About UsKempsey Shire Council is located on the Mid North Coast of New South Wales and is known for its genuine hospitality, pristine beaches, sub-tropical rainforests, mountain ranges, rock river gorges, sprawling farmland and peaceful villages.The OpportunityCouncil’s Community Development team have a fantastic 6-month maternity relief opportunity available for a Community Projects Officer to join their team.Reporting to the Coordinator Community Development, the Community Projects Officer will facilitate the development and implementation of the Kempsey Shire Council Reconciliation Action Plan (RAP), where they will work closely with internal stakeholders, Aboriginal stakeholders, community groups and organisations within the Kempsey shire.To be successful in this position, you should possess tertiary qualifications in Community Development, Public Relations, Social Science or other relevant field and/or demonstrated relevant work-based experience; experience in working with Aboriginal communities in a culturally competent manner; demonstrated high level project management skills; and highly developed communication, relationship building, negotiation and conflict resolution skills.On offerIn return, you will be rewarded by:Career developmentPart time position, 14 hours per weekA fantastic lifestyle and work life balanceWeekly salary of $1306.44 to $1470.42 (pro rata) plus 10% superannuation Key accountabilities include Conduct desktop and network research to model RAP development on existing Reconciliation Australia framework.Work collaboratively with internal and external stakeholders to design, develop and implement the Kempsey Shire Council Reconciliation Action Plan based on sound project planning and community engagement.Apply asset-based community development strategies to partner with community groups, educators and government organisations to engage them in the process of Plan development.Develop the Reconciliation Action Plan, implement and evaluate outcomes.For further information regarding this role please contact Maya Spannari on 02 6566 3200. How to ApplyYou must apply via Council’s webpage http://careers.kempsey.nsw.gov.au/ or through Seek. Emailed or posted applications will not be considered.To download a copy of the Position Description, please click on the link at the bottom of the page. It is important to read this carefully to understand what the job involves.Please click the Apply button below (or the Apply for this job button in Seek), complete the application form and provide the following information:A short statement (maximum 2 pages) on how your experience, abilities, knowledge and personal qualities would enable you to achieve the key accountabilities of the role.Your current resume which details your work experience and any other information that is relevant to this role as well as the contact details for two work related referees from a supervisor or Manager.We recommend you use Microsoft Edge or Google Chrome to submit your application.Applications close: Sunday, 15 August 2021 at 4pm.You will receive an e-mail to confirm your application has been received.NOTE: All correspondence will occur by email. Please ensure you check your emails regularly.If you experience any difficulties applying online, please contact the Recruitment team on 02 6566 3200 or email jobs@kempsey.nsw.gov.auThank you and good luck with your application.We are an equal opportunity employer and we celebrate our diverse workforce.Position Description
AUD
West Kempsey
2440
