Community Development Officer Cairns-Based Full-time, Permanent Must hold a Current Queensland Driver's open licence This is an Identified position. It is only open to Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander applicants , in accordance with sections 25, 104 and 105 of the Anti-Discrimination Act 1991 (Qld). The Role Our client is seeking a Community Development Officer to support engagement and community development outcomes for first peoples. In this role, you will lead reconciliation initiatives, provide strategic advice, and deliver culturally respectful community development programs. Key Responsibilities: Lead the development, implementation, monitoring, and reporting of reconciliation plans and strategies. Provide high-level advice on trends, issues, and opportunities affecting First Peoples at local, state, and national levels. Build and maintain strong, respectful relationships with First Peoples communities, organisations, and key partners. Coordinate consultation and advisory processes involving First Peoples Develop tools, guidance, and policy input to support culturally respectful engagement across the organisation. Plan and deliver community development programs, initiatives, and events, including managing budgets and timelines. Identify and manage external funding opportunities aligned with community wellbeing and resilience. Support improved employment, training, and procurement opportunities for First Peoples within the organisation. Maintain accurate records and contribute to positive customer service outcomes. Essential Requirements: Relevant tertiary qualifications and/or significant demonstrated experience in a similar role. Current Queensland Driver’s Licence (or ability to obtain). Working with Children Check (Blue Card), or ability to obtain. Key Capabilities: Strong understanding of reconciliation processes and experience developing and implementing reconciliation strategies or action plans Extensive experience working with First Peoples communities, particularly in programming, policy, planning, or advocacy High-level understanding of contemporary issues affecting First Peoples, including Native Title Sound knowledge of community development principles and frameworks Experience contributing to policy development High-level research, report writing, facilitation, and presentation skills How to Apply To apply, click the Apply Now button and send your up-to-date resume, for a confidential discussion call us now on 1300 111 365. Applications received after submission may be considered for similar roles. If this job isn't quite right for you but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion on your career. Reference number: 1712790 Profession:Social Work & Community ServicesCommunity & Social Services Company: Onpoint 365 Date posted: 15th Apr, 2026
