Coordinator Community Development

$102,558 - $116,413pa + Superannuation

About us:
The City of Belmont is a Tier 1 council that proudly offers its residents and visitors facilities, services, events, spaces and plans for the future, that enables the community to live, work and play in ways that are healthy, efficient, safe and sustainable. The City of Belmont boasts spectacular views of the Swan River, close proximity to the Perth Central Business District, has state of the art facilities at the Belmont Library and Museum Hub, plentiful multipurpose parks and included within its boundaries Perth Airport’s Domestic and International terminals.

The City of Belmont offers employees free onsite parking, there is easy access to public transport, great end of trip facilities, purchased leave, co contribution to superannuation and other great employee benefits.

About the role:
The City of Belmont has an opportunity for an energetic and experienced Community Development professional.

As the Coordinator Community Development, you will be responsible for the day-today operations of the Community Development section. Your focus will be on service planning, community capacity building, community engagement, policy development, contract management and delivery of a quality service.

You will contribute to the development, implementation and review of strategies, plans, policies, work practices and procedures to ensure that they remain contemporary, sustainable and meet the needs of the City and its stakeholders.

This position holds responsibility for coordination and planning of the City of Belmont’s prestigious Sister City Program with Adachi-Ku in Japan. Spanning 40 years the Sister City Program promotes cultural, educational, and economic exchanges between the two cities. The Coordinator Community Development holds a hands-on role in the continued success of the Sister City Program’s annual exchanges and activities.

Other key focuses include but not limited to Early Years, Healthy Communities, Volunteers, and oversees key contracts for provision of the City’s youth service, and family and domestic violence service. You will work in conjunction with the Manager Economic and Community Development to build capacity and relationships with community groups and stakeholders.

To review the full range of duties please review the position description.

About you:
To be successful, you will have completed or have substantial progress towards, a tertiary qualification in either community development, social services or a relevant area and have significant relevant experience working at a senior level in a similar position.

You will also have a proven ability to effectively lead staff coupled with highly developed interpersonal, conflict resolution, negotiation, facilitation and public speaking skills and the ability to communicate with a wide range of diverse people and groups.

You will have demonstrated experience to successfully manage significant community service contracts and high-profile projects for the City.

Successful applicants will have the ability to meet the entry requirements to visit Japan.

If this is you and you meet the required skills, experience and knowledge outlined in our Job Description, we would welcome your application.

How to apply:
By clicking the ‘apply’ button, you will be directed to the City of Belmont’ employment page, where you can access the position description. Please enter your details, upload your current resume and cover letter. Please complete the questionnaire then submit your application.

Applications close: 5:00pm, 26 May 2025.

Please note: Applications are considered as they are received, and interviews will be arranged accordingly. The City reserves the right to close adverts early, therefore an early application is encouraged.

The City of Belmont is an equal opportunity employer dedicated to diversity in the workplace. We provide merit-based employment opportunities to people without regard to race, gender, ethnicity, disability, age, religion or sexual orientation. We encourage applications from an Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander heritage, people with disabilities, and people from culturally diverse backgrounds to explore the opportunity of a career at the City of Belmont. If you require an additional support or adjustments regarding interview arrangements, please advise in advance.

For more information on eligibility requirements and to apply for this position please visit www.belmont.wa.gov.au. Further assistance with your application is available by phoning 08 9477 7217.