The successful candidate will have excellent written and verbal communication skills, well developed interpersonal skills and organisational skills with the capacity to work independently to prioritise tasks across multiple projects and deadlines. As the Community Economic Development Officer you will source, facilitate and acquit successful grant applications for the Council as well as develop and implement strategies for community capacity building within Shire of Lake Grace communities.
You will research funding options, grant opportunities and project ideas and match them with appropriate projects. You will establish contact networks and ensure good communication is maintained across the board and make sure effective systems are in place to manage grant application processes.
You will also be responsible for management and coordination of community services, activities and events in line with the strategic objectives of the Council.