About us
City of Palmerston presents an exciting opportunity for people seeking a dynamic, progressive and fast-paced organisation, where collaboration and personal development are core components. We provide a genuine commitment to making a tangible impact on the community through a role offering both purpose and stability.
Invest in your own professional and personal growth and be a real contributor to the experience of the Palmerston community.

Other benefits of working with City of Palmerston include:

• Attractive salary
• Generous leave entitlements including 6 weeks annual leave
• 15 days personal leave
• Additional superannuation contributions matched to 2%
• Discounted gym memberships (SWELL) and daily fruit baskets
• Access to wellbeing initiatives and Employee Assistance Program
• Generous training and professional development opportunities

About the Opportunity
As the Community Development Lead, you will lead the operational planning and supervision of the Community Development team to strengthen the Palmerston community through the delivery of a range of innovative and diverse programs, projects and services.
The role reports directly to the Community Services Manager and is responsible for the daily supervision of the Community Development team and leading services that contributes to the delivery of the City of Palmerston Community Plan including the following:

• Community Development Activities and Projects
• Stakeholder Engagement
• Community Grants
• Community Programs

About you

• You should have relevant tertiary qualifications and extensive experience in Community Development.
• Ability to lead, supervise and develop a Community Development team including annual planning, identifying training and development requirements and managing work performance.
• Comprehensive knowledge of contemporary issues and initiatives in relation to the delivery of community development.
• Ability to interpret, adhere to, follow, and regulate relevant Council legislation and policies.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills including the ability to liaise with a wide cross section of people and stakeholders.
• Proven experience working in partnership with a range of stakeholders such as local, state and federal governments, non-government organisations, and the community in a collaborative partnership.
• Demonstrated ability to plan strategically, implement best practice policies, systems and standards.
• Proven ability to develop high quality corporate documentation, including project briefs, complex reports, minutes, and agendas.
• Demonstrated strong organisational and program coordination skills.
• High level of competency in the use of information technology systems and applications.
• Ability to work flexible hours and overtime as required for community events

The successful applicant will be required to prove their eligibility to work in Australia, possession of a Current C Class NT Driver's Licence, be willing to undergo a criminal history check and provide documentation regarding their qualifications/ licences prior to City of Palmerston's employment offer being confirmed.
At City of Palmerston, we embrace diversity and strongly encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples and people from culturally diverse backgrounds.
To view a copy of the position description and to 'Apply' please see below.
Applications close: 5:00 pm Tuesday 1 April 2025