Team Leader Community & Cultural Development

1.0 Full-time permanent roleSalary Classification at MOA 7Salary range $ 121,506.38 - $128,877.53 + 12% superannuationOutstanding community leadership and social planning opportunityAbout usThe 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.About youAre you an inspiring leader with a passion for building inclusive, vibrant communities? Do you bring depth in social planning, a collaborative leadership style, and the agility to lead through change?The City of Unley is seeking a dynamic and community-focused professional to lead its Community & Cultural Development team – a multidisciplinary team responsible for delivering strategies, projects and services that foster social inclusion, wellbeing and community capacity.About the RoleAs Team Leader Community & Cultural Development, you will guide a talented team working across a broad portfolio including Active Ageing, Youth Development, Arts and Culture, Events, Reconciliation, Volunteer Management, and Social Planning. You'll play a critical role in shaping Unley’s Community Strategy, overseeing the Public Health Plan and Disability Access and Inclusion Plan, and driving innovative community initiatives that respond to evolving social needs.What You’ll BringA strong foundation in social planning, community development or social sciences with demonstrated experience in developing strategic responses to complex social issues.Proven ability to lead, develop and empower staff, fostering a culture of high performance, innovation, and collaboration.Experience working across diverse community portfolios with the ability to balance strategic direction and hands-on delivery.Excellent interpersonal and communication skills – you’re politically astute, a confident presenter, and an advocate for community voice.A flexible, solutions-focused approach and the agility to respond to emerging priorities in a changing environment.The Unley Employee ExperienceWe recognise, the need to create an employee experience that enables the organisation’s talent to thrive and provide innovative and outstanding services to our community.  We provide a flexible, supportive, and inclusive environment that encourages professional development.  Some of our outstanding conditions of employment and benefits are designed to attract and retain the best people. As a member of our team, you will benefit from:supportive, flexible work environment with work / life balance competitive salary and conditionsongoing support for your development and further educationcomplimentary access to Journey Insurance and Income Protection Fundholistic health and wellbeing programsMore informationAll enquiries and applications will remain private and confidential. Position specific enquires can be directed to Yelaina Eaton, Manager Community Connections at yeaton@unley.sa.gov.au or on 8372 5111.Applications should include a Cover Letter and Resume expressing the skills, experience, and qualities you can bring to this position.Applications close 10.00pm Thursday 14 August 2025. Pre-employment requirements: The position is subject to satisfactorily meeting the following employment requirements:General Employment Probity CheckWorking with Children Check (WWCC)Aged Care Sector employment checkEveryone Belongs at UnleyAs 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-DNIPosition Description AUD Unley 5061

Team Leader Community & Cultural Development

  • 1.0 Full-time permanent role
  • Salary Classification at MOA 7
  • Salary range $ 121,506.38 - $128,877.53 + 12% superannuation
  • Outstanding community leadership and social planning opportunity

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.

About you

Are you an inspiring leader with a passion for building inclusive, vibrant communities? Do you bring depth in social planning, a collaborative leadership style, and the agility to lead through change?

The City of Unley is seeking a dynamic and community-focused professional to lead its Community & Cultural Development team – a multidisciplinary team responsible for delivering strategies, projects and services that foster social inclusion, wellbeing and community capacity.

About the Role

As Team Leader Community & Cultural Development, you will guide a talented team working across a broad portfolio including Active Ageing, Youth Development, Arts and Culture, Events, Reconciliation, Volunteer Management, and Social Planning. You'll play a critical role in shaping Unley’s Community Strategy, overseeing the Public Health Plan and Disability Access and Inclusion Plan, and driving innovative community initiatives that respond to evolving social needs.

What You’ll Bring

  • A strong foundation in social planning, community development or social sciences with demonstrated experience in developing strategic responses to complex social issues.
  • Proven ability to lead, develop and empower staff, fostering a culture of high performance, innovation, and collaboration.
  • Experience working across diverse community portfolios with the ability to balance strategic direction and hands-on delivery.
  • Excellent interpersonal and communication skills – you’re politically astute, a confident presenter, and an advocate for community voice.
  • A flexible, solutions-focused approach and the agility to respond to emerging priorities in a changing environment.

The Unley Employee Experience

We recognise, the need to create an employee experience that enables the organisation’s talent to thrive and provide innovative and outstanding services to our community.  We provide a flexible, supportive, and inclusive environment that encourages professional development.  Some of our outstanding conditions of employment and benefits are designed to attract and retain the best people. As a member of our team, you will benefit from:

  • supportive, flexible work environment with work / life balance
  • competitive salary and conditions
  • ongoing support for your development and further education
  • complimentary access to Journey Insurance and Income Protection Fund
  • holistic health and wellbeing programs

More information

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

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

Applications close 10.00pm Thursday 14 August 2025.

Pre-employment requirements:

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

  • General Employment Probity Check
  • Working with Children Check (WWCC)
  • Aged Care Sector employment check

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.

 

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