• Fixed Term Full-time opportunity, until June 2026
• Salary from $90,298 to $97,598 per annum, pro rata plus superannuation

About the Role
The City is seeking a motivated and innovative person who have experience in policy writing, social planning, research and project management to join the City’s Community Development team as Community Development Planner. The role will utilise skills in community development, relationship building, project management, data analysis, strategic writing and advocacy to deliver social outcomes for our community.

The successful candidate will be able to formulate and implement community strategies, policies and procedures, delivered through sustainable relationships and partnerships, to strengthen the City’s community impacts and drive positive change.

The role is responsible for:

• Developing, implementing and evaluating community plans, policies and procedures.
• Managing strategic community development projects.
• Organising and participating in community and stakeholder reference groups and networks.
• Developing strategic relationships government agencies, industry bodies, service providers and other key stakeholders.
• Supporting the City’s social advocating for priority areas of need.
• Liaising with customers and stakeholders on community development matters.

About You
You will be an adaptable and collaborative community development professional, with specific skills and experience in community needs assessment, strategic community development and project management. You will thrive working in a busy and change driven organisation and positively contribute to the team’s culture.

To be considered further, please submit a resume and cover letter (of no more than two pages) addressing the following:

• Qualification in relevant discipline such as community development, or equivalent.
• Relevant experience in a similar role.
• Experience in establishing strong and effective partnerships with service providers and other key stakeholders to develop responses to community issues and opportunities.
• Experience in research and delivering projects.
• Experience in project management.
• Advanced research and analysis skills.
• Advanced organisational skills with the ability to prioritise competing tasks.
• Advanced verbal and written communication skills.

About the City of Wanneroo
The City of Wanneroo is a diverse and flexible environment that offers a range of career opportunities where you will have the opportunity to make a real difference to the local community and our people. Our vibrant and inclusive team is what makes the City an enjoyable and rewarding place to be.

We celebrate all diversity and strongly encourage Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people to consider working for a Local Government organisation that values who you are. Bring your skills, knowledge and commitment to a team that is welcoming and enthusiastic about you joining us!

Why work for the City of Wanneroo
The City offers a range of employment benefits including

• Generous matching of superannuation contributions up to a combined total of 15%;
• Free on-site parking;
• A work-life balance program providing flexible work practices (subject to operational requirements);
• Up to 12 weeks paid parental leave;
• Professional development opportunities;
• An inclusive, welcoming office environment; and
• An opportunity to reduce your commute and work in a goal-driven professional team closer to home.

Interested?
If this position sounds like you – and you’re keen to spend less time commuting and more time doing the things you’re passionate about – then click on the link below. We look forward to receiving your application.

To apply, please address the above criteria in a cover letter no longer than two pages, as well as a current resume.

Reference Number: 670424
Close date: Wednesday 14th May 2025

For further information regarding the position visit the City of Wanneroo website or contact Halima Mohamud, Team Leader Community Planning on 9405 5621 or Pascaline Mirthil on 9405 5324.

Applicants may be required to undergo a medical assessment to determine their fitness to carry out the duties of this position.

All employees and prospective employees of the City of Wanneroo are required to declare any secondary employment and private activities to ensure that any conflict of interests may be appropriately managed.

To apply for this position, you must have the right to work in Australia and be willing to provide a National Police Clearance no older than 3 months.