Community Development Officer 22/25

**Award Classification**: Level 3-4

**Employment Conditions**:
Queensland Local Government Industry (Stream A) Award - State
2017

**Department / Branch**:
Community Services & Wellbeing / Community Services Project
Team

**Principal Location**: Shire Office, Hughenden

**Reports to**: Community Services Team Leader (or as directed)

**Direct Reports**: Nil

**Flinders Shire**

**Our Vision**:Flinders Shire - a place of discovery, opportunity and lifestyle

**Our Mission**:To promote quality of life through leadership, attitude and respect

**Our Values**:

- A Caring Philosophy
- Pursuit of Excellence
- Teamwork
- Local Ownership
- Communication
- Leadership
- Recognition

**Council Structure**

**Position Objective**

The Community Development Officer is responsible for strengthening community capacity, engagement,
and wellbeing across the Flinders Shire. This role supports the planning, coordination and delivery of
community programs, events, partnerships and projects that enhance social inclusion, cultural vitality,
and local resilience. Working closely with community groups, service providers, and internal
stakeholders, the officer will identify opportunities, secure funding, and foster collaborations that
contribute to the liveability and sustainability of the region.

**Office of the Chief Executive Officer**:

- Investment, Attraction & Economic Development
- Executive Support
- Human Resources

**Corporate & Financial**
**Services**
- Financial Control
- Information &
Communication Technology
- Business & Customer Services
- Governance & Regulatory

Services
- Workplace Health & Safety

**Engineering**
- Open Spaces & Community

Assets
- Asset Management
- Project Management
- Roads & Infrastructure

**Community Services &**
**Wellbeing**
- Community Development &
Engagement
- Tourism
- Community Care
- Regional Marketing &
Promotion
- Media / Communications

As a representative of Council, demonstrated professionalism and a commitment to a high level of service
and continuous improvement in the best interest of Council and the Community are essential.

**Key Responsibilities**

**_Community Engagement & Development _**
- Engage with community groups, residents, and stakeholders to identify local needs, strengths, and

opportunities for social development.
- Support and build the capacity of local organisations, volunteers, and networks to deliver

community-led initiatives that align with Council’s Corporate Plan and Community Action Plans.

**_Arts and Cultural Development _**
- Develop, implement and support arts and cultural programs, events and projects that celebrate the

region’s identity, heritage, and creativity.
- Foster participation in arts and cultural activities across all demographics, with a focus on inclusivity

and accessibility.
- Collaborate with artists, schools, Indigenous groups, and cultural organisations to promote creative

expression and storytelling.

**_Program and Event Coordination _**
- Plan, deliver and evaluate community events and initiatives, including festivals, public art

installations, workshops, and exhibitions.
- Coordinate logistics, budgets, promotion and risk management for events and activities.

**_Funding and Grant Support _**
- Identify and pursue grant funding opportunities to support community, arts, and cultural

development.

reporting requirements.

**_Partnerships and Stakeholder Engagement _**
- Establish and maintain strong partnerships with government agencies, non-profits, artists, and

community stakeholders to leverage resources and expertise.
- Represent Council in community forums and working groups as required.

**_Strategic Planning and Reporting _**
- Contribute to the development and implementation of Council’s community development and

cultural strategies, ensuring alignment with the Corporate Plan and Community Action Plans.
- Monitor and report on program outcomes, community feedback, and performance indicators.

**_Communication and Promotion _**
- Promote community and cultural initiatives through a range of communication channels, including

social media, newsletters, and local media.
- Prepare clear and engaging content to highlight community stories and successes.

**_General _**
- Ensure general administration and records management requirements are met in accordance with

Council policy.
- Provide courteous and professional customer service to internal and external customers, conducting

all transactions ethically and efficiently.
- Contribute positively to a supportive, team-based work environment; participate in team meetings

and training sessions as required.
- Ensure requests are acted on and reported upon in accordance with Council policy.
- Keep supervisor/manager appropriately informed on activities relevant to the role, highlighting any

issues likely to impact Council operations or public relations.
- Maintain a personal time management system to meet deadlines and provide due notice to other

staff for their p