Senior Development Officer
Job No:
SDOHCAUG22
Location:
Halls Creek, WA
- Do you love sport & recreation?
- Do you want to work with children in the Kimberley and make a difference in your community?
About the Opportunity
Garnduwa is looking for an enthusiastic and passionate full-time Senior Development Officer to be based in Halls Creek.
This role is responsible for the delivery of the Halls Creek Active Communities Program, which includes the coordination of various sport and recreation activities, including basketball, AFL, soccer and athletics, particularly after school (including some weekends) and during school holidays.
Other key responsibilities include:
- Promote Garnduwa programs and participation within the Shire of Halls Creek
- Engage with key sport and recreation stakeholders within the region
- Manage and provide support to all Garnduwa Community Recreation Officers and volunteers based in Halls Creek
- Coordinate ongoing structured sporting competitions and activities in the region, encouraging remote community participation
- Aim to reduce the number of young people falling into the 'at risk' category by incorporating the delivery of health, education and life skill programs
- Collect and enter data from programs for monthly reporting purposes
- Support the delivery of all Garnduwa cross regional programs, particularly those held in Halls Creek
About You
ESSENTIAL REQUIREMENTS:
- General sport and recreation program development experience, particularly AFL and basketball
- Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal
- Demonstrated computer literacy
- Capacity to work outside normal working hours
- Good organisational skills
- Able to work independently and as part of a team
- Hold, or willing to obtain, a current Driver's Licence, Working With Children Check and National Police Clearance
DESIRABLE REQUIREMENTS:
- A knowledge of Halls Creek and the surrounding communities
- Hold a First Aid Certificate
- Formal qualifications in relevant sport, youth, health, education or another related field
About the Benefits
Stepping into this important role will see you contributing towards Garnduwa's ultimate goal of achieving long-lasting improvements in the opportunities for and participation of Aboriginal people in purposeful recreation and sporting activities.
In recognition of your commitment and hard work, you will be offered an attractive renumeration package, super and great salary packaging opportunities!
You'll also be eligible to receive a range of additional benefits including:
- Annual personal flight allowance
- Gifted leave over Christmas/New Year
- Annual health & wellbeing allowance
- Travel opportunities
- Flexible work arrangements available
This is a fantastic opportunity to join a well-renowned, respected and long-standing organisation, and develop your experience in the area of Indigenous health and wellbeing.
Applicants are encouraged to submit their applications as soon as possible as Garnduwa is seeking to appoint the role as soon as a suitable candidate is found. We reserve the right to appoint before the vacancy closes.
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