Community Development Officers

5 days ago

Innisfail Queensland, Australia Cassowary Coast Regional Council Full time $60,000 - $90,000 per year
The Position

The Community Development Officer, reporting to the Principal Community Development & Advocacy, is responsible for developing, implementing and delivering a broad range of strategic and operational community-focused programs and initiatives. These activities and deliverables will positively contribute to improving community wellbeing and sustainable socio-economic outcomes, through a collaborative place-based approach with internal and external stakeholders.

About You
  • Diploma in Community Services or equivalent qualification/experience working in a similar role in a medium to large Organisation
  • Demonstrated knowledge and experience of Community Development, particularly in areas such as: arts and cultural development; health and wellbeing; children and families; disability and inclusion; and volunteers and community engagement in regional communities
  • Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
  • Well-developed planning, prioritisation and organisational skills with strong ability to work independently on multiple tasks to meet required deadlines
  • High-level computer literacy and researching capabilities
  • High proficiency in the use of Microsoft Office Suite, desktop publishing, email systems, and records management systems
  • Ability to demonstrate behavioural competencies
  • Must hold a current "C" class driver's licence.
Apply Now

All applications must be submitted via the Cassowary Coast Regional Council website by 7.30pm Monday 10 November 2025.

On our website, review further position information and submit your application via the Apply button for this role, ensuring you include:

  • Cover Letter addressing the selection criteria
  • Current Resume showcasing relevant skills, experience and qualifications
  • Copies of Licences/Qualifications

Successful applicants will be required to complete a drug and alcohol screen and a full medical to ensure their fitness to perform the requirements of this position.

Any Questions

If you have questions after reading the information on our website, or you are having difficulty viewing the position online, please contact us: People & Safety, P: or E:

Cassowary Coast Regional Council is strengthened by diversity and we celebrate our inclusive workplace culture that brings great value to our organisation and community as a whole. We promote and apply equality of opportunity throughout our recruitment process and encourage applications from all sectors of the community.

This includes people with a disability, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islanders, culturally, religiously and linguistically diverse people, young people, older people, women, and people who identify as gay, lesbian, bisexual, transgender, intersex or queer.

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