Community Development Officer (Early Years and Children)

Permanent
Full-time (average of 38 hours per week)

Are you passionate about creating thriving communities where children and families can flourish?

We're looking for an energetic and strategic Community Development Officer to lead initiatives that strengthen the Early Years, Children and Families sector and create lasting community impact.

What You’ll Do:

• Build Capacity Across the Sector - Empower organisations, service providers and community groups through collaboration, partnership development and sector-strengthening initiatives
• Facilitate Networks & Partnerships - Bring stakeholders together, nurture meaningful relationships and lead networks that drive shared outcomes for children and families
• Deliver Engaging Community Events - Plan and coordinate workshops, forums, community events and learning opportunities that connect, inspire and build community resilience
• Lead Research & Gap Analysis - Identify emerging needs, service gaps and trends using data, community insights and stakeholder engagement to inform local priorities
• Champion Advocacy Opportunities - Translate evidence into action by supporting advocacy efforts that improve services, influence policy and strengthen outcomes for families and children.

What You'll Bring:

• Strong community development and stakeholder engagement skills
• Experience building collaborative partnerships and networks
• Excellent facilitation, communication and event management abilities
• Analytical skills to undertake research, needs assessments and gap analysis
• A passion for creating equitable opportunities for children, young people and families

Why You Should Apply:

• Always Something Different: Dive into a vibrant calendar packed with exciting community events, impactful programs, and innovative projects that keep your work fresh and rewarding.
• Put Your Skills on Display: Use your expertise to lead the planning, delivery, and evaluation of early years and children initiatives, turning great ideas into standout community programs and events.
• People Person: Build strong partnerships and become a trusted go-to for students, community groups, and key stakeholders, ensuring seamless communication and strong collaboration.
• Team Player with Drive: Be a key contributor to a positive, inclusive team culture, stepping up where needed to keep things running seamlessly.
• Master Multi-Tasker: Bring your excellent time management and multitasking skills to stay adaptable, focused, and calm in a fast-moving environment.
• Create Real Impact: Prepare funding submissions, monitor budgets, and communicate social outcomes through reports and bulletins.
• Grow With Us: Join a supportive, forward-thinking team that genuinely values your professional development and invests in your growth.

What We Are Offering:

• A gross annual salary of $94,367 per annum
• Option to work a 19-day month or a 9-day fortnight
• Two additional paid days of leave per annum
• 12% superannuation with the opportunity to co-contribute up to a matching 5%
• A variety of health and wellbeing programmes including a physical health reimbursement subsidy payment of up to $200 per annum, free flu vaccinations, free skin cancer checks, mental health programs and Employee Assistance Provider (EAP) services
• Training and development opportunities including paid study leave and study fees
• Salary packaging opportunities for motor vehicles

How to Apply:

An information package, including the position description and selection criteria, is available on our website. You will be prompted to address each criterion during the online application process.

Applications must be submitted by 4pm, Wednesday 26 August 2026.

This process may be used to fill future similar permanent or fixed-term positions that may become available in the City during the next 12 months.

If you identify as a person with disability and require adjustments throughout the recruitment and selection process please contact the Recruitment Team via email at jobs@rockingham.wa.gov.au or phone 08 9528 0333. We’re happy to discuss options to assist you e.g. we can provide alternate formats for application forms, or alternate methods of applying.

The City of Rockingham encourages applicants from a diverse range of backgrounds, including First Nations people, people living with disability and people who speak a first language other than English.

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