• A switched on role with flexibility
• A unique team creating an extraordinary city
• Full time, permanent role | $103,908 - $112,291 + super

About the Opportunity

As part of the City Culture Program, this exciting role focuses on managing the Community Impact Grants program while supporting other grant and sponsorship initiatives. The Coordinator, Community Planning and Grants plays a key role in strengthening community connections by leading community planning processes and delivering strategic partnerships that enhance community capacity and impact.

You will oversee the coordination of Council’s grants and sponsorship programs, ensuring consistent processes and a seamless experience for grant applicants. You will assess grant applications against key priorities such as community participation, social inclusion, reconciliation, neighbourhood connections, and creating a welcoming city. By building strong relationships with external stakeholders, you’ll foster innovative partnerships and projects that align with Council’s strategic goals and community wellbeing priorities.

Additionally, you’ll provide expert advice on social trends and community needs, contributing to strategic planning and policy development. With a focus on continuous improvement, you’ll manage data, reporting, and training to ensure the effective delivery of the grants lifecycle. This is a unique opportunity to make a meaningful impact on Adelaide’s vibrant community while helping local organisations thrive.

About You

To be successful in this role you will have:

• Knowledge of social research and community planning, policy development, monitoring government policy, and analysing data.
• Extensive experience in complex administrative tasks using various technologies.
• Experience working alongside organisations to build community capacity.
• Experience in analysing quantitative data to inform project delivery and evaluation.
• Sound knowledge of community engagement principles and their application.
• Knowledge of social policy and social wellbeing principles and their application.

About Us

Located in the geographic heart of Kaurna Country, the City of Adelaide celebrates its cultural heritage, unique natural surrounds and structures its footprint in a way that allows it to adapt to the changing needs of the community and a dynamic global landscape. Our focus is on our community’s wellbeing and quality of life - investing in city improvements and on future planning, so we continue to design a liveable city where future generations can continue to live authentic and meaningful lives. This is an exciting opportunity to join our team and be a bigger part of our amazing city!

The City Culture Program creates brilliant experiences for all who choose to live in and enjoy our city. By activating and curating places and spaces, and providing opportunities for creativity, recreation, and wellbeing, we connect, support, and inspire our diverse community, and draw more people to Adelaide to live, study, work and play.

At the City of Adelaide, we thrive in an environment that is welcoming, inclusive and safe, and celebrates difference. We value and embrace our diverse perspectives and recognise the value diversity has in fuelling innovation and enabling brilliant experiences for our diverse community.

For Further Enquiries & How to Apply

All enquiries regarding this position will remain private and confidential and can be directed to Beth Keough on 8203 7343.

Please submit a Resume and a Cover Letter expressing the skills, experience, and qualities you can bring to this position addressed to Beth Keough, Team Leader, Community Wellbeing.

Please review the position description prior to submitting an application by following the prompts to apply.

For more information about what it’s like to work for the City of Adelaide, including the benefits, please visit www.cityofadelaide.com.au/careers

Applications close at 11.59pm, 2 March 2025.

Please be advised that this is a full time, permanent opportunity with a starting salary at the Level 6 Classification commencing at $103,908 + 11.5% superannuation.

As part of the recruitment process candidates will be required to undertake a Working with Children Check.

We continue to work hard to ensure our recruitment process is safe for people of diverse backgrounds.

Please note, applications received via the email address below will not be considered. We are committed to making reasonable adjustments to provide a positive, barrier-free recruitment process and supportive workplace. Our commitment to inclusivity means we welcome applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, people with disabilities, and candidates from with a range of lived experiences. If you require assistance with our recruitment process, you are more than welcome to connect with our People Services team on (08) 8203 7333 [email protected]