Community Recovery Resilience Officer

$93963 (pro rata) per annum super benefits Temporary Part-Time Disaster Management People. Community and Connection Bundaberg Region About Us At Bundaberg Regional Council we are dedicated to building a vibrant and sustainable future for our community. We pride ourselves on fostering a supportive and inclusive workplace where individuals from diverse backgrounds and skill sets can thrive. Whether delivering essential services or driving innovative projects our team is united by a shared commitment to making a meaningful impact. By joining us you’ll become part of an organisation that values your contributions supports your growth and empowers you to help shape a better future for everyone. Uniquely positioned north of Brisbane in Queensland Australia the Bundaberg Region is one of Australia’s fastest-growing regional cities and the gateway to the Southern Great Barrier Reef. The Bundaberg Region boasts the most equitable climate in Australia and rates fifth in the world alongside Hawaii. Noted for its environmental excellence pristine waterways and proximity to the Great Barrier Reef the Bundaberg Region showcases everything that’s palette can create. What We Offer An attractive remuneration package with options for salary sacrifice and 17.5% leave loading Access to Fitness Passport Wellbeing and mental health support programs including access to our Employee Assistance Program Opportunities for professional development training and study assistance to support your career growth Thrive in a workplace that prioritises a healthy work-life balance within a supportive and friendly team Be part of an inclusive and diverse culture where every team member is valued Discover more about working at Bundaberg Regional Council and the benefits we offer our employees by clicking here. About The Opportunity We are seeking a passionate and proactive Community Recovery Resilience Officer to play a vital role in building stronger more resilient communities across the Bundaberg Local Government Area (LGA). In this position you will be responsible for supporting individuals, community groups, organisations and service providers to improve their disaster preparedness and recovery capacity. This role is a temporary part-time position – concluding on 31 / 03 / 2027. Minimum 38 hours per fortnight with flexibility around working day pattern. Your work will focus on fostering local resilience through collaboration, education and strategic engagement. By empowering communities with the tools, knowledge and connections they need you will help enhance resilience and recovery outcomes to reduce the impacts of future disasters. This is a unique opportunity to make a meaningful difference at a grassroots level – strengthening networks, improving preparedness and contributing to a safer, more connected Bundaberg region. About You Applicant must hold a current C Class driver’s licence. Demonstrated experience of community development work at the local community level. Demonstrated ability to develop plans, education strategies and resources. Demonstrated project management skills to identify strategic goals and work autonomously against a project plan to achieve milestones and key objectives. High-level communication, presentation and negotiation skills with a proven ability to effectively facilitate stakeholder relationships and achieve outcomes. Demonstrated ability to work independently and self‑motivated to achieve outcomes but contribute to overarching team goals and deadlines. Highly developed analytical, research and problem‑solving skills. Knowledge of processes, practices and tools to support disaster management outcomes (desirable). The Selection Process We encourage candidates to advise us of any accommodations they may need to ensure a smooth and inclusive experience throughout our recruitment process and work environment. We are passionate about providing equal employment opportunities and encourage people of all backgrounds to apply. We celebrate our community’s rich diversity and are committed to attracting and employing people that represent the community that we serve. We recognise and appreciate the diversity of our employees and are committed to creating an inclusive and safe working environment where all employees are valued, respected and supported to achieve their potential. The preferred candidate will be required to undergo a National Police Check as part of the recruitment process. How to Apply A current resume A cover letter addressing the About You section (max. 2 pages). Please quote job reference BDBRC1378. Applications close on Wednesday 10 September 2025 at 11:30 pm AEST. Applications that do not meet the above requirements may not be shortlisted. The advertisement will be closed either when a successful applicant is identified or on the application close date whichever is sooner. Thank you for your interest in this position. To explore all our current opportunities visit our Careers with Council webpage. We look forward to receiving your application. #J-18808-Ljbffr