Community Project Officer - Youth

SALARY: $95,999 - $110,032 p.a + Super + Leaseback vehicle

Work Type: Permanent Full Time

Location: Oran Park Administration Building - 70 Central Avenue, Oran Park 2570

• Enjoy a 35 hour working week
• Fully maintained leaseback vehicle
• Flexibility through flex leave provisions and hybrid work arrangements
• Health program including free flu vaccinations, skin checks and health and wellbeing leave options
• Modern office building with latest technology and ample free parking, close to shops
• Join an organisation committed to offering and supporting professional career development

Come join an organisation with endless opportunities, where people choose to work because they are inspired by the chance to shape, influence and grow a community.

This is an exciting opportunity for a skilled Community Project Officer to join our Community Planning and Development Team. You will use your extensive skills and knowledge to coordinate and facilitate projects and activities specifically tailored for Camden's youth. You will proactively drive innovative programs to facilitate the development of an enriched, connected and inclusive youth community.

Don't miss out on being part of something great by joining an evolving, rapidly growing, adaptive and innovative organisation.

What We Offer

We are committed to offering and supporting development and employment opportunities to help people excel and build a lasting career. We offer generous learning and development opportunities as well as flexi time, access to employee benefits and education assistance.

We promote diversity in the workplace and have a culture that is inclusive, respectful and embraces the unique skills and qualities of all people.

As the community continues to grow, this opportunity will allow you to grow with it!

Essential:

• Tertiary qualifications and/or experience in relevant field;
• An understanding of and commitment to social justice principles;
• Skills and experience in researching, analysing and articulating community needs and priorities;
• Skills and experience in developing, implementing and managing community development projects;
• Ability to develop creative solutions to community development needs through partnerships and collaboration;
• Ability to engage and consult with a range of internal and external stakeholders;
• Demonstrated skills in managing budgets and financial reporting;
• High level of communication skills both written and oral;
• Ability to apply EEO, WHS and ethical practice principles and to act with probity at all times;
• Ability to represent Council in public forums and on external committees;
• Ability to work in a team environment, leading and/or contributing towards team outcomes;
• Advanced computer skills;
• Current Working with Children Check;
• Evidence of commitment to continuing professional development.

Desirable:

• Knowledge of the Camden LGA.
• Previous experience working in a Council environment.

Please note this position requires a pre-employment medical, Working with Children Check and background checks (including a Criminal History Check).

Further Information: Blair Avila, Team Leader Community Planning and Development, 02 4653 3022

Closing Date for above position: 17/11/2025

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