Job description

Are you passionate about community development and engagement? Do you want to help to shape a sustainable, inclusive, and thriving community? Ginninderry is looking for two Community Engagement and Development Officers to help foster a strong, connected, and engaged community.

About Ginninderry

Ginninderry is a Joint Venture between Riverview Developments and the ACT Government’s Suburban Land Agency with a vision to be a sustainable community of international significance in the Capital Region. Ginninderry is a 6-Star Green Star Community, and will ultimately be home to approximately 30,000 people. Ginninderry sets out to create a new benchmark in liveability, providing inclusive places to live, work and play while protecting and respecting the unique environment of the area.

About the Role

In this dynamic role, you will:

• Facilitate meaningful engagement with current and future residents.
• Support community-led initiatives and programs that enhance connection and belonging.
• Develop and manage community events, grants, and sponsorship programs.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with key stakeholders.
• Support the successful transition of new residents into the Ginninderry community.

Please note that there will be two part time (0.8 FTE / 30.4hr per wk) Community Engagement and Development Officers employed working in a job share arrangement. This model allows for flexibility in workload distribution, ensuring coverage while maintaining work-life balance.

A combination of standard business hours, work after standard hours and weekend work (once or twice per month) is expected and may change from week to week.

The full Position Description is available at here.

Salary package at commencement is $92,000 incl super for 0.8 FTE ($115,000 1 FTE equivalent). Please note for FY25, this includes $82,511 base salary plus $9,489 compulsory super contribution (11.5%). An annual incentive payment may be made after 12 months of continuous service (dependant on overall business performance and your individual performance review)

What We’re Looking For

Qualifications & Experience

• Tertiary qualifications or relevant experience in community development, sustainable development, or customer relations.
• 5+ years of experience in a similar role.
• Experience in community consultation and working with diverse community groups.
• A strong background in strategic planning and project management.

Skills & Attributes

• Excellent communication, negotiation, and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a dynamic team.
• Strong organisational and time-management skills.
• Experience using social media for community engagement.
• Understanding of Asset-Based Community Development (ABCD) principles.

Additional Requirements

• Current Working with Vulnerable People (WWVP) registration (or willingness to obtain).
• Valid driver’s licence.
• First Aid Certificate (or willingness to undertake training).
• Flexibility to work occasional evenings and weekends.

Why Join Us?

• Be part of a sustainable and innovative community development project.
• Work in a collaborative, forward-thinking team.
• Make a meaningful impact in building a connected and inclusive community.
• Enjoy flexible work arrangements in a supportive environment.

next steps

Please click Apply Now to submit your application.

A position description is attached.

Questions: Jessica Stewart, Ginninderry's Head of Sustainability and Community Development is available via 1800 316 900 for a confidential discussion during the application period

Join us in shaping a vibrant, sustainable future at Ginninderry!