Polaris Programs Coordinator

Who we are:

The City of Salisbury during a dynamic time of growth and transformation. We are focused on facilitating projects and initiatives that create a progressive, sustainable, and connected community, including a $200 million redevelopment of our City Centre. Be part of the team shaping Salisbury's future as a vibrant hub to live, work, and play.

The Polaris Team works with people interested in the idea of a business (intenders), start-ups, micro, small, medium, and large-sized businesses helping them change their lives as they bring their business visions into reality. At the Polaris Centre, we offer a unique approach to delivering our services. Unlike self-paced online platforms, the Polaris point of difference is in human mentors to inspire, motivate and guide business intenders and owners together with interactive in-person workshops. More Info:

About the Role:

The Polaris Programs Coordinator will coordinate the Polaris Entrepreneurship Program (The PEP) and the Polaris Business Fundamentals Program - including matching business owners to Polaris Business Mentors. The Polaris Programs Coordinator will assess the needs of mentoring clients and allocate Polaris Specialist Business Consultants including referrals to internal and external business advisory partners. The role will have responsibility for collecting, evaluating, collating and reporting participation, outcomes and impact data.

To be successful within this role, you will have:

• Excellent organisational and time management skills, with the ability to meet deadlines
• Outstanding communication and customer service skills with a can-do attitude
• Strong attention to detail and the ability to work well under pressure
• Proficiency in Microsoft 365 (Word, Excel, Outlook, Teams, PowerPoint)
• Ability to learn internal systems (e.g., Objective, FinanceOne, Pathway, Dataworks) and external platforms (e.g., Eventbrite, Mailchimp, Facebook, CRM tools)
• Diploma in Project Management, Business, Economics or higher is desirable.

Why join us?

• Comprehensive Benefits Package: Employees at City of Salisbury enjoy a robust benefits package including health and wellness programs designed to support your overall well-being including skin checks, health seminars, flu vaccinations and free access to counselling sessions for you or your immediate family through our Employee Assistance Programs.
• Professional Development Opportunities: The City prioritises continuous learning and career growth, offering employees access to training workshops, seminars, study leave, and tuition reimbursement programs to enhance your skills and expertise.
• Work-Life Balance Initiatives: Recognising the importance of work-life balance, City of Salisbury promotes flexible work arrangements and generous leave policies, flexi-time and opportunities to purchase additional annual leave.
• Inclusive and Supportive Workplace Culture: Diversity and inclusivity are core values at City of Salisbury, fostering a supportive environment where all employees are valued and respected.
• Community Engagement: Employees have the opportunity to make a meaningful impact through various community engagement initiatives supported by the City of Salisbury.

These outstanding working conditions reflect City of Salisbury's commitment to attracting and retaining top talent, promoting employee well-being, and fostering a positive and productive work environment.

Ready to make a difference in a role where your organisational skills and customer focus truly matter? Apply now and be part of a team that's shaping the future of business and innovation in our community.

Further information can be found in the Position Description

Specific enquiries can be made to Sasha Dragovelic, Team Leader, Polaris Centre on or (no applications to email address)

Applications close 5pm, Friday 12th September 2025