Senior Social Planner

2 weeks ago

Adelaide, South Australia Adelaide City Council Full time
  • A workplace of positive people and ideas
  • A brilliant city, an exciting lifestyle
  • Full Time, Permanent Opportunity

About the Opportunity

As part of the Park Lands, Policy & Sustainability Program the Senior Social Planner supports a holistic approach to Council's social planning policy development and implementation through their knowledge and experience in understanding of social data, trends and priorities.

You will be responsible for providing expert advice and lead project management, social impact analysis, research, policy and program development and intergovernmental and sector liaison.

Additionally, you will also develop and implement a range of policy documents and business cases that support Council's Strategic Planning Framework.

Some of the exciting projects we are currently working on are:

  • Implementing City of Adelaide's new Homelessness Strategy by building and maintaining partnerships within the homelessness sector.
  • Implementing City of Adelaide's Disability Access and Inclusion Plan.
  • Developing a social equity framework.

This is a great opportunity to have a genuine, long-term impact to the city you live in

About You

To be successful in this role you will have:

  • Proven experience in social research and planning, policy development, monitoring government policy, analysing data, project managing and implementing social infrastructure initiatives.
  • Sound knowledge of community engagement principles and their application.
  • Knowledge of community and social development principles and their application including understanding of the role of a Capital City Government, needs of different population groups and socio-urban characteristics of an inner city environment and the social service responses.
  • Understanding of major social policy issues and players, including the role of the non-government sector and the three spheres of government in the provision of social services.
  • Knowledge of government and non-government policy and programs and sources of funding and current social research institutions.

About Us

Located in the geographic heart of Kaurna Country, the City of Adelaide celebrates its cultural heritage, unique natural surrounds and structures its footprint in a way that allows it to adapt to the changing needs of the community and a dynamic global landscape. Our focus is on our community's wellbeing and quality of life - investing in city improvements and on future planning, so we continue to design a liveable city where future generations can continue to live authentic and meaningful lives. This is an exciting opportunity to join our team and be a bigger part of our amazing city

The Park Lands, Policy & Sustainability Program establishes clear and integrated policies and plans to shape a well designed, planned and developed City, to protect and enhance our unique Park Lands, and support a welcoming and resilient community that demonstrates environmental leadership.

To find out how a role with City of Adelaide is able to impact the community, please watch this video here.

At the City of Adelaide, we thrive in an environment that is welcoming, inclusive and safe, and celebrates difference. We value and embrace our diverse perspectives and recognise the value diversity has in fuelling innovation and enabling brilliant experiences for our diverse community.

For Further Enquiries & How to Apply

All enquiries regarding this position will remain private and confidential and can be directed to Jo Menadue on

Please submit a Resume and a Cover Letter expressing the skills, experience and qualities you can bring to this position addressed to Jo Menadue, Team Leader, Social Planning & Reconciliation.

Please review the position description prior to submitting an application by following the prompts to apply.

For more information about what it's like to work for the City of Adelaide, including the benefits, please visit

Applications close at 11.59pm, 19 June 2024.

Please be advised this is a full-time, permanent opportunity with a starting salary at the Level 7 Classification commencing at $113, % superannuation.

We encourage Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander People, and people living with disability to apply.

Please note, applications received via the email address below will not be considered. We are committed to making reasonable adjustments to provide a positive, barrier-free recruitment process and supportive workplace. If you require assistance with our recruitment process, you are more than welcome to connect with our People Services team on or

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