Manager Community Development

About the role

The Shire of Wyndham East Kimberley is looking for an experienced Manager Community Development to join its Planning and Community Development team in Kununurra. The role provides strategic direction and operational oversight of community development, recreation and leisure, arts and culture and library services, working with internal teams, government agencies, Aboriginal organisations and community stakeholders.

Key responsibilities

• Develop and implement annual service plans and portfolio strategies aligned with the Shire's Strategic Community Plan, Corporate Business Plan and approved budgets.
• Lead the delivery and continuous improvement of community development, recreation, leisure, youth and library services.
• Oversee community facilities, programs and services, including customer experience, utilisation, operational performance, budgeting and service standards.
• Manage operational budgets, financial forecasts, grant programs and funding agreements, including reporting and acquittals.
• Identify external funding opportunities, develop business cases, grant applications and strategic partnerships.
• Lead and develop a multidisciplinary management team through workforce planning, performance management, delegation and professional development.
• Build partnerships with Aboriginal organisations, government agencies, community groups and sporting organisations.
• Lead inclusive, culturally appropriate community engagement and monitor service performance and participation.
• Coordinate with internal teams on facility maintenance, asset renewals and capital works.
• Ensure compliance with legislation, governance requirements, Shire policies, work health and safety obligations and funding agreements, and manage operational, financial and strategic risks.

Required profile

• Tertiary qualification in community development, recreation, social sciences or a related discipline.
• Minimum of five years' experience in a relevant management role.
• Demonstrated experience managing community-focused services, leading teams, developing plans, managing budgets and grants, and building stakeholder partnerships.
• Current WA C Class driver's licence and an acceptable National Police Clearance dated within the last six months.
• Legally entitled to work in Australia.
• Understanding of the social, economic and cultural characteristics of the East Kimberley and willingness to live and work in a remote community.

What we offer

• Annual salary of up to $150,000-$199,999, inclusive of allowances and superannuation depending on skills and experience.
• Subsidised housing, 6 weeks annual leave and 11 public holidays plus two Local Government Days.
• 12% employer superannuation, with the Shire matching up to an additional 5% of co-contributions.
• Salary packaging for motor vehicles, rent or mortgage interest expenses.
• Flexible working arrangements, corporate uniforms, professional development and health and wellbeing programs.