• Part time (0.8 FTE), Permanent role
• An opportunity to lead meaningful First Nations community development and reconciliation initiatives
• Flexible work options, super up to 16% + employee perks
• Free Cockburn ARC gym membership and wellness programs

About Us

The City of Cockburn is centrally located in the southern suburbs of Perth, on Whadjuk country. We’re a place of experiences, just 20 minutes’ from Perth city, with everything from pristine beaches and wetlands to theme parks and world-class recreation facilities.

At the City of Cockburn, we’re more than just a local government – we’re a vibrant, forward-thinking organisation that puts our people first. Our team is united by a shared desire to make an impact by helping to achieve our vision - Cockburn, the best place to be.

About the Role

We have an exciting opportunity for a Senior First Nations Community Development Officer to lead community development initiatives and contribute to Reconciliation Action Plan outcomes.

Reporting to the Service Manager Community Development, you will support the activation of culturally safe and accessible spaces and deliver culturally authentic programs that strengthen community connection and economic participation. You will also lead and mentor one direct report, coordinate programs and events, and facilitate culturally informed community engagement.

In this role, you will act as a key liaison with local Elders, First Nations organisations and community members, as well as internal stakeholders to support the City’s commitment to culturally respectful practice.

About you

We’re seeking a committed and culturally knowledgeable First Nations community development professional with strong relationship-building skills and a passion for empowering local communities.

You will be someone who can provide guidance, cultural insight, and leadership to support meaningful outcomes for First Nations people in Cockburn.

Besides demonstrated experience, you’ll need to have:

• Attained or working towards a qualification in Community Development, Human Services, Social Work, Social Justice or a related field or equivalent relevant experience
• Demonstrated cultural knowledge and understanding of First Nations communities
• Experience working with First Nations communities in a community development or similar setting
• Strong interpersonal, engagement and communication skills
• Experience supervising or mentoring staff
• Current WA driver’s licence ‘C’ class
• Nationally Coordinated Criminal History Check and Working with Children Check

Pursuant to Section 50(d) of the Equal Opportunity Act 1984, Aboriginality is a genuine occupational requirement for this position.

If this sounds like you, we invite you to apply today and make an impact.

Salary and Benefits: Salary range from Level 6 Step 1 – Step 4 ($104,647.66 - $112,705.08) on a pro-rata basis of the City of Cockburn Industrial Agreement 2025, based on qualifications and experience.

Need more information? We encourage applicants to read the position description for a full understanding of the role before applying. For a confidential discussion about the role, please contact Evan Hillman, Service Manager Community Development on (08) 9411 3444.

Apply: Hit the apply button and follow the prompts.

If you want to make your application stand out from the crowd, you can address the essential criteria (skills, knowledge, experience and qualifications) detailed in the Position Description in a separate document of no more than two pages and submit with your application.

To be eligible for this role you must be legally permitted to work in Australia on a full-time permanent basis. All applicants are required to undergo a pre-employment process which includes a fitness for work assessment, alcohol and drug screening, qualification/licence checks and a Nationally Coordinated Criminal History Check.

The City of Cockburn reserves the right to commence shortlisting and close the advertising period early. We are currently not accepting applications from agencies.

We value equal opportunities for all which is why the City of Cockburn strongly encourages candidates from diverse backgrounds to apply. Every applicant is valued here.

A position description is attached.