Fixed Term Full-Time (Until March 2027)

Up to $5,000 relocation assistance

The Position – 2 Positions Available

The Community Development Officer (Recovery and Resilience) strengthens the Cassowary Coast Regional Council’s capacity to prepare for, respond to, and recover from disasters. This role focuses on fostering community-informed initiatives, facilitating partnerships, and supporting long-term recovery planning to build local capacity and resilience. By leveraging community strengths and engaging key stakeholders, the position ensures the region is better equipped to address evolving recovery needs and prepare for future challenges.

About You

Tertiary qualification in human services, disaster management, community development, welfare, or a related field.

Strong data entry and digital literacy skills, including proficiency in Microsoft Office and the ability to learn new systems such as Council’s ECM.

Ability to work effectively under pressure, manage multiple priorities, and meet deadlines.

Excellent interpersonal skills with the capacity to engage with disaster-affected community members and build strong stakeholder relationships.

Well-developed written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to prepare clear reports, deliver programs, and present to groups.

Current Queensland C Class driver’s licence and willingness to travel throughout the Cassowary Coast Region and occasionally beyond.

Apply Now

All applications must be submitted via the Cassowary Coast Regional Council website by 7.30pm Monday 17 November 2025.

On our website, review further position information and submit your application via the Apply button for this role, ensuring you include:

· Cover Letter addressing the selection criteria

· Current Resume showcasing relevant skills, experience and qualifications

· Copies of Licences/Qualifications

Successful applicants will be required to complete a drug and alcohol screen and a full medical to ensure their fitness to perform the requirements of this position.

Any Questions

If you have questions after reading the information on our website, or you are having difficulty viewing the position online, please contact us: People & Safety, P: (07) 4030 2216 or E: [email protected]

Cassowary Coast Regional Council is strengthened by diversity and we celebrate our inclusive workplace culture that brings great value to our organisation and community as a whole. We promote and apply equality of opportunity throughout our recruitment process and encourage applications from all sectors of the community.

This includes people with a disability, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islanders, culturally, religiously and linguistically diverse people, young people, older people, women, and people who identify as gay, lesbian, bisexual, transgender, intersex or queer.