Strategic Projects Coordinator

7 days ago

Canberra, ACT, Australia Community First Development Full time $70,000 - $95,000 per year

STRATEGIC PROJECTS COORDINATOR

  • Flexible location within Australia (hybrid working arrangement)
  • Full-time (part-time considered on request)
  • The filling of this position is intended to constitute a special/equal opportunity measure under section 8(1) of the Racial Discrimination Act 1975 (Cth), and s 27 of the Discrimination Act 1991 (ACT). The position is therefore only open to Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander applicants.

Community First Development is a First Nations' community development and research organisation that creates positive change in and with First Nations' communities. The name of the organisation reflects its founding approach; to place community self-determination at the core of all partnerships and projects. Community First Development partners with communities to make great things happen. Projects that deliver new skills, stronger health and education, cultural preservation, and business and economic planning outcomes to communities are supported by a strong research and evaluation base.

Community First Development is seeking to appoint a Strategic Projects Coordinator to support organisational efficiency, growth and innovation. Reporting to the Senior Impact and Strategy Manager, this position within the organisation's Impact and Strategy unit will undertake a diverse range of activities focused on strengthening and communicating the organisation's impact.

RESPONSIBILITIES

  • Coordinate strategic projects across the organisation, including research and evaluation activities.
  • Develop reports and other written content that effectively communicate Community First Development's impact with a variety of audiences.
  • Undertake activities that strengthen data quality and improve outcomes and reporting.
  • Engage effectively with and provide support to other business units.
  • Adhere to all workplace policies, including Workplace Health and Safety.

CORE CRITERIA

  • Strong project management skills, including the ability to multi-task, prioritise work and meet deadlines.
  • Effective written communication skills including experience with preparing reports, briefings, and other written content.
  • Strong analytical skills including attention to detail.
  • Emotional intelligence demonstrated by strong team and verbal communication skills and the ability to build and maintain productive relationships.
  • Strong IT skills, including the ability to use Microsoft Office programs and data systems.
  • Knowledge of community development principles and monitoring and evaluation concepts.

A formal qualification in social sciences, monitoring and evaluation, community development or similar is desirable.

To obtain a position description and discuss this role in greater detail please contact

Applications should include a CV and cover letter addressing the selection criteria and can be made directly online or can be sent to by 5pm 27 October 2025. Please note screening and interviewing for this role will commence immediately. If you are intending to apply please do so now.

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