EOI - Inclusive City Program Officer (9854) Applications Close: 11:59 pm, Sunday 19 October 2025 Group and Team: Community Programs, Inclusive City Network: Community and Economic Development Location: Town Hall Employment status: Temporary (3 months) Part-time 0.6 FTE, 22.8 Hours Per Week Agreement: Hobart City Council Enterprise Agreeme nt 2024 Salary range: $91,138 to $96,802 per annum (Pro-Rata) 13.5% superannuation. About the role As the Inclusive City Program Officer, you will play a key role in fostering a more inclusive, equitable, and connected Hobart community. Using a community development approach, you will collaborate across the Community Programs Group to design and deliver initiatives that respond to the diverse needs of residents - particularly in the areas of homelessness and LGBTIQ. Role accountabilities include: Develop and implement inclusive community programs that promote equity, wellbeing and lifelong learning, including delivering actions for the City's LGBTIQ and Affordable Housing and Homelessness Commitments. Build and maintain strong partnerships with community organisations, government departments, and internal teams to advance the City of Hobart's inclusion and equity objectives. Coordinate and support key initiatives and events, such as the Community Awards Program, Children's Mayor Program, and Anti-Poverty Week, while also contributing to the effective management of community facilities . Learn more about the role in the position description: Inclusive City Program Officer PD About you You are a skilled and passionate community development practitioner with a strong commitment to inclusion, equity, and social justice. You're confident working with diverse communities to deliver meaningful programs and initiatives. Your communication skills, stakeholder engagement abilities, and project management expertise make you a trusted collaborator and advocate for positive change. You will bring: Bachelor's degree in Community Development, Communications, Project Management, or equivalent practical experience. Demonstrated experience in community development or engagement, with a comprehensive understanding of contemporary practice and the ability to respond to the needs and aspirations of the Hobart community. Strong interpersonal and written communication skills, with the ability to build relationships across sectors and prepare high-quality reports, correspondence, and grant updates. How to apply If you require any further information specific to this role please contact Kimbra Parker, Manager Community Programs, on 03 6238 2723 or email kimbra.parker@hobartcity.com.au . All applications must be made in the online portal , and you can save your application as you progress through the stages until you submit your final application. If you have any issues with submitting your application, please email details of the issue to recruitment@hobartcity.com.au . Please note that we do not accept applications after the position has closed so if you have issues submitting your application, please contact us prior to the closing time. Before you begin You will need to read the position description prior to commencing your application as you will be required to address the key duties, skills and knowledge for this role in 600 words or less. Please ensure you have copies of your current resume and relevant qualification/s ready to attach at the end of your application. To protect privacy and prevent fraud , do not upload or email personal documents such as Driver’s licences, passports, or personal tax and superannuation details. Instead: You will be required to declare you hold the required documentation/licence, and If you are the successful candidate in the process you will be required to have the originals sighted by People and Culture before commencing in the new role. Selection process Candidates are initially selected for interview based on the details provided in their application. The City of Hobart assesses all applications based on merit. Positions are filled, based on how well the successful candidate meets the requirements of the position. Learn more about the selection process on our website .
