Community Development Officer

3 days ago


Campsie, New South Wales, Australia The City of Canterbury Bankstown Full time $100,000 - $123,000 per year

Company description:

The City of Canterbury Bankstown is one of the largest Council's in NSW with the most culturally, socially and economically diverse communities in Sydney. We deliver 28 key services such as childcare, waste collection, parks maintenance, libraries, community facilities and aquatic centres to over 380,000 residents.

Job description:

The role

The Community Development Officer - Disability leads inclusive community development initiatives in the Canterbury-Bankstown LGA to enhance accessibility, participation and mental wellbeing, especially for people with disability and those facing mental health challenges. The role involves community consultation, planning and delivering targeted programs and events that reduce stigma, improve access and promote inclusion. It supports service providers, fosters partnerships and strengthens networks to build community capacity. A key focus is developing and implementing the Council's Disability Inclusion Action Plan and increasing community awareness of support systems like the NDIS, Carer Gateway and Head to Health, ultimately creating a more inclusive and connected community.

Duties will include but not be limited to:

  • Events/Programs - Participate in the planning and implementation of a range of community development events and programs that benefit people with disability, carers and people with mental health challenges
  • Policy - Develop, implement, report and review Council's Disability Inclusion Action Plan (DIAP) and convene the internal CBCity DIAP Project Control Group
  • Social Planning - Facilitate social planning sessions to identify local needs for people with disability and mental health challenges
  • Networks and Committees - Convene relevant sector network meetings such as Council's Universal Access Working Group, attend other relevant networks and participate in relevant working groups
  • Grants Support - Assess disability-related applications in Council's Community Grants Program
  • Key Relationships - Local disability and mental health service providers and community organisations

*For a full list of duties, click here to review the position description.

You will have

  • Tertiary qualifications in an appropriate field, preferably in the social sciences, health or humanities.
  • Demonstrated knowledge of community development processes
  • Experience conducting community consultations
  • Strong communication skills, both written and verbal
  • Knowledge of a range of service and funding programs and experience in preparing funding submissions
  • Experience in working with community groups and providing support and advice to service providers and residents preferably in relation to people with disability and their carers
  • Demonstrated skills and experience in researching, developing, implementing, managing and evaluating community programs with a range of partners

*For a full list of essential qualifications and experience, click here to review the position description.

The salary range for this opportunity starts at $93,583 (Grade G Step1) + 12% super. Salary may be negotiable dependent on skills and experience.

What's on offer

  • An attractive remuneration package.
  • Embrace a better work-life balance with our Accrued Time Off program, designed to prioritise your well-being and help you manage the balance between your personal and professional life.
  • Permanent full-time position with Local Government conditions such as long service leave after 5 years, annual salary increases and generous parental leave options.
  • Contribute to making a positive impact on our community.
  • An investment in your professional growth, fostering continuous learning and development opportunities.
  • Access to our employee Health and Wellbeing Programs.

For more information, please contact Renee Traynor (Team Leader Diversity and Inclusion) at

You will need to submit your application via the 'Apply Now' button and create a login using your email address and upload a:

  • Resume; and
  • Cover Letter addressing the selection criteria within the position description and explaining your suitability for the role.

Applications close Tuesday, 14 October 2025

CBCity is an equal opportunity employer committed to providing a working environment that embraces and values diversity and inclusion. We want our workplace to reflect the diverse community we serve. We encourage applications from all backgrounds, experiences and abilities; this includes people with disability, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islanders, the LGBTQIA+ community and people from culturally diverse backgrounds.

If you require support with your application and throughout the recruitment process, please contact the Talent Management Team at

Successful applicants may be required to undertake a Criminal History Check, Medical and/or Working with Children Check in accordance with the position.

Applicants must hold an Australian citizenship, permanent residency, or possess a valid work permit/visa with full unrestricted working rights to be eligible.



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