Community Development Officer (Equity, Diversity and Inclusion)

About this role

• $102,067 - $108,107 per annum, plus superannuation • Full-time, permanent • CBD Location As the capital city of Western Australia, the City of Perth is a Local Government that is ambitious for the future. To achieve our aims, we recruit the very best people who understand the City exists to enable and deliver the aspirations of the community. The Opportunity As a Community Development Officer (Equity, Diversity and Inclusion), you will play a key role in advancing the City's commitment to fostering an inclusive, connected and welcoming community. You will coordinate the City's Equity, Diversity and Inclusion advisory groups and lead initiatives that support the delivery of actions within the City's strategic plans and frameworks. Reporting to the Coordinator Community Development, your key responsibilities will include: • Leading the City's equity, diversity and inclusion strategy, driving initiatives that foster an inclusive, connected and accessible community; • Providing strategic oversight of the City's advisory groups, building strong relationships with community representatives, stakeholders and partners to inform policy and decision-making; • Driving the planning, delivery and evaluation of community initiatives, ensuring measurable outcomes aligned with the City's strategic priorities; and • Providing expert leadership through strategic advice, performance reporting, policy development and the identification of funding opportunities to strengthen community impact. About You To succeed in this role, you will possess: • A tertiary qualification in a relevant field; • A strong commitment to advancing equity, diversity and inclusion principles; • Highly developed stakeholder engagement and relationship-building skills; • Excellent written communication and report writing skills;gies. If your experience and capabilities match these criteria, we welcome your application. Above all, you will live our values of Commitment, Teamwork, Courage and Respect that allow us to come together to lead and support the community. Eligibility • A right to work in Australia (e.g. a birth certificate, current passport or current visa); and • A satisfactory National Police Clearance (dated within 3 months). How to Apply Please apply online by clicking the 'APPLY' button below, which will direct you to the City's application questionnaire. When prompted, please submit your current resume and a brief cover letter outlining your suitability for the role. Remember, less is more! The Application Process Applications for this position will close at 5:00pm AWST on Tuesday 4 August 2026 . Applications may be considered, and interviews conducted prior to the closing date. Applicants may also be considered for similar positions within the City of Perth. We're continuing to build a gender-equitable team and a culture that's just as diverse, inclusive and welcoming as the City of Perth community. We encourage applications from people of all ages, cultures (including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples), abilities, sexual orientation and gender identities. Canvassing of Elected Members during the recruitment process will disqualify your application. We’re continuing to build a gender-equitable team and a culture that’s just as diverse, inclusive and welcoming as the City of Perth Community. We encourage applications from people of all ages, cultures (including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples), abilities, sexual orientation and gender identities. Canvassing of Elected Members during the recruitment process will disqualify your application.