Team Leader Community & Cultural Development

Team Leader Community & Cultural Development·         Permanent Full-time·         MOA 8·         Join us in a newly reshaped leadership role! About us…The City of Unley is a vibrant and dynamic local council that provides a range of valued and diverse services to the surrounding community. Based on the city fringe, less than 4 kilometres from the Adelaide CBD, the Council engages with their community across local business initiatives, community events, arts, environmental sustainability, community services and volunteering programs. We are passionate leaders in many fields and believe that what we do makes a positive difference to our community. We are committed to creating a dynamic City that embraces new ideas, prioritises sustainability, and enhances quality of life. With the newly endorsed Community Plan responding to climate change, we will support a growing population and enhance the wellbeing and prosperity of our community.Are you passionate about building stronger, more inclusive communities? An exciting opportunity has emerged to take the lead in shaping community wellbeing in a newly reshaped role at the City of Unley.As our Team Leader Community & Cultural Development, you’ll bring your leadership expertise and passion for community connection to guide a multidisciplinary team delivering meaningful programs, partnerships, facilities, and services.Why this role? Why now? This is a newly reshaped role, established to enhance Council’s commitment to community inclusion, wellbeing, and participation. You’ll have the unique opportunity to build, lead and influence a diverse portfolio of services – right from the ground up.In this role, you will:Lead and support a high-performing, collaborative team across:Community Centres & Facility HireSocial Planning, Community Funding & Strategic PartnershipsInclusionArts, Culture, Events & ActivationsRecreation, Sport & VolunteeringDrive strategic community initiatives that are inclusive, innovative, and responsive.Champion partnerships, community involvement, and continuous improvement.Secure and manage external partnerships, grants, and sponsorships.Provide expert social planning advice to senior stakeholders and elected members.What You BringTertiary qualification in Community Development, Social Sciences, Planning, or relevant experience.Leadership experience in local government or community sector.Established understanding of community and social planning, engagement, inclusion, and community & cultural development.Developed communication, strategy, and financial management skills.Experience managing community centres or facilities.Knowledge of community funding and partnership models.Current DHS Working with Children Check, or willingness to get one.What We OfferA chance to shape a role and function with purpose and creativity.A supportive and progressive organisational culture aligned with strong values.Opportunities for professional development, innovation and leadership growth.Flexible working arrangements and wellbeing initiatives.The satisfaction of directly contributing to vibrant and inclusive community life. More information…All enquiries and applications will remain private and confidential. Position specific enquires can be directed to Yelaina Eaton – Manager Community Connections on 8372 5111 or yeaton@unley.sa.gov.au.Applications should include a brief Cover Letter and Resume expressing the skills, experience, and qualities you can bring to this position.Applications Close 5pm Wednesday 23 October 2025We will be reviewing applications throughout the advertising period, and we may close this advertisement before the specified date.Pre-employment requirements: The position is subject to satisfactorily meeting the following employment requirements:·         Working with Children Check (WWCC)Everyone Belongs at Unley…As part of our commitment to creating a diverse and inclusive workplace, this role is open to candidates seeking workplace flexibility. We invite candidates of all ages and culturally diverse backgrounds including people living with a disability and First Nations People to apply.We are committed to making reasonable adjustments to provide a positive, barrier free recruitment process and a supportive workplace. Please refer to the Manager’s contact details above for any support you need along the way.#S-DNI PD AUD Unley 5061

Team Leader Community & Cultural Development

Team Leader Community & Cultural Development

·         Permanent Full-time

·         MOA 8

·         Join us in a newly reshaped leadership role!

 

About us…

The City of Unley is a vibrant and dynamic local council that provides a range of valued and diverse services to the surrounding community. Based on the city fringe, less than 4 kilometres from the Adelaide CBD, the Council engages with their community across local business initiatives, community events, arts, environmental sustainability, community services and volunteering programs.

We are passionate leaders in many fields and believe that what we do makes a positive difference to our community.

We are committed to creating a dynamic City that embraces new ideas, prioritises sustainability, and enhances quality of life. With the newly endorsed Community Plan responding to climate change, we will support a growing population and enhance the wellbeing and prosperity of our community.

Are you passionate about building stronger, more inclusive communities?

An exciting opportunity has emerged to take the lead in shaping community wellbeing in a newly reshaped role at the City of Unley.

As our Team Leader Community & Cultural Development, you’ll bring your leadership expertise and passion for community connection to guide a multidisciplinary team delivering meaningful programs, partnerships, facilities, and services.

Why this role? Why now?

This is a newly reshaped role, established to enhance Council’s commitment to community inclusion, wellbeing, and participation. You’ll have the unique opportunity to build, lead and influence a diverse portfolio of services – right from the ground up.

In this role, you will:

  • Lead and support a high-performing, collaborative team across:
    • Community Centres & Facility Hire
    • Social Planning, Community Funding & Strategic Partnerships
    • Inclusion
    • Arts, Culture, Events & Activations
    • Recreation, Sport & Volunteering
  • Drive strategic community initiatives that are inclusive, innovative, and responsive.
  • Champion partnerships, community involvement, and continuous improvement.
  • Secure and manage external partnerships, grants, and sponsorships.
  • Provide expert social planning advice to senior stakeholders and elected members.

What You Bring

  • Tertiary qualification in Community Development, Social Sciences, Planning, or relevant experience.
  • Leadership experience in local government or community sector.
  • Established understanding of community and social planning, engagement, inclusion, and community & cultural development.
  • Developed communication, strategy, and financial management skills.
  • Experience managing community centres or facilities.
  • Knowledge of community funding and partnership models.
  • Current DHS Working with Children Check, or willingness to get one.

What We Offer

  • A chance to shape a role and function with purpose and creativity.
  • A supportive and progressive organisational culture aligned with strong values.
  • Opportunities for professional development, innovation and leadership growth.
  • Flexible working arrangements and wellbeing initiatives.
  • The satisfaction of directly contributing to vibrant and inclusive community life.

 

More information…

All enquiries and applications will remain private and confidential. Position specific enquires can be directed to Yelaina Eaton – Manager Community Connections on 8372 5111 or yeaton@unley.sa.gov.au.

Applications should include a brief Cover Letter and Resume expressing the skills, experience, and qualities you can bring to this position.

Applications Close 5pm Wednesday 23 October 2025

We will be reviewing applications throughout the advertising period, and we may close this advertisement before the specified date.

Pre-employment requirements:

The position is subject to satisfactorily meeting the following employment requirements:

·         Working with Children Check (WWCC)

Everyone Belongs at Unley…

As part of our commitment to creating a diverse and inclusive workplace, this role is open to candidates seeking workplace flexibility. We invite candidates of all ages and culturally diverse backgrounds including people living with a disability and First Nations People to apply.

We are committed to making reasonable adjustments to provide a positive, barrier free recruitment process and a supportive workplace. Please refer to the Manager’s contact details above for any support you need along the way.

#S-DNI

 

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