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Community Development Officer

21/05/2026
19/06/2026
$98,434.03 - $102,143.61
Permanent - Full Time
Alice Springs Town Council
Local Government

Our Benefits

In addition to competitive salaries, Council offers the following benefits:

  • Six weeks annu­al leave
  • 15 days per­son­al leave
  • Paid Domes­tic and Fam­i­ly Vio­lence leave
  • Cultural/​ceremonial leave
  • Train­ing and devel­op­ment opportunities
  • Flex­i­ble work­ing arrangements
  • Superannuation + Salary Sacrifice
  • Relo­ca­tion assis­tance for eli­gi­ble positions
  • In-house health and well­be­ing program
  • Employ­ee Assis­tance Program
  • Free admission to the Alice Springs Aquat­ic Leisure Cen­tre

Who we Are and our Values

Alice Springs Town Council is an organisation shaping the future of this iconic central Australian town. We offer our 200+ team members across our three sites, opportunities for professional growth, competitive benefits, and the chance to contribute to a vibrant and culturally rich community. Our vision of a brighter future, a prosperous and cohesive community.

We aspire to be modern, inclusive and innovative, bridging divides and forging new paths. We want to bring our community together, to celebrate this unique place of gathering where the world meets the oldest living culture on Earth.

Leadership – our culture, values and accountability are present throughout the organisation

Collaboration – we work in partnership and are better together

Trust – nothing is more important than the trust between the community and ourselves

Respect – we respect people and genuinely care

Authenticity – what we do rings true and we do what we say

Inclusion – we value all people to create a more equal world

Commitment – we consistently strive towards our mission

Determination – we endeavour to continuously improve

Job Description

What We Are Looking For:

We’re looking for a passionate and driven Community Development Officer who is ready to make a real difference in Alice Springs. This is an exciting opportunity for someone who thrives on bringing people together, creating impactful programs, and building a strong, inclusive community. You’ll be a natural connector and leader—someone who can turn ideas into action, inspire others, and deliver meaningful initiatives that leave a lasting impact. If you’re energised by working with diverse groups, managing dynamic projects, and shaping community outcomes while upholding strong values and safety standards, this role offers the chance to truly influence and strengthen our community.

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Desired Skills and Experience

What You Will Bring:

You will bring proven experience in community development, youth work, or project management, along with a strong ability to engage and build positive relationships with diverse groups, including young people and key stakeholders. You are highly organised, proactive, and solutions-focused, with demonstrated experience in planning, delivering, and evaluating programs, events, and initiatives that respond to community needs. Your ability to communicate effectively—both written and verbal—combined with experience in mentoring staff and managing projects, will enable you to drive successful outcomes. You thrive both independently and as part of a team, manage competing priorities with confidence, and bring a strong commitment to professionalism, accountability, and delivering impactful community outcomes.

Must Have: Qualifications in youth work, community development, or other related discipline, Current ‘C’ class driver's license to be able to drive in the NT, Current ‘Working with Children’ clearance (Ochre Card), and Current criminal history check.

Enquiries:
For questions relating to the application process or the status of your application, please contact the People & Culture Team at peopleandculture@astc.nt.gov.au.

If you have any position‑specific enquiries, please direct them to the People & Culture Team, who will liaise with the Hiring Manager as required.

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