Regional Community Development Manager WA

Are you ready to be a part of a leading not-for-profit organisation delivering evidence-based approaches to minimise alcohol and drug harm that reaches millions of people in local communities

• Inspire positive change in our community to prevent and reduce harms relating to AOD.
• Full time permanent position
• Based in Perth with ahybrid model of working from home and in the office.

Celebrating more than 65 years of service to the community the Alcohol and Drug Foundation (ADF) is Australias leading national organisation committed to inspiring positive change and delivering evidence-based approaches to minimise alcohol and drug harm.

Why work with us

We are a dynamic inclusive and forward-thinking organisation working collaboratively to provide meaningful programs to our communities across Australia. We ensure that we celebrate employee success and connect as an organisation as regularly as possible.

As a thank you for coming on the journey with us we provide a wide range of benefits and wellbeing initiatives including:

• A generous not-for-profit salary packaging benefits of up to $15900 for everyday living expenses (including rent/mortgage payments) plus Meal and Entertainment allowance of up to $2650 per FBT year.
• Great leave entitlements including access to Purchased Leave 2 days gifted leave at Christmas Health & Wellbeing leave Accrued Day Off program and 17.5% annual leave loading.
• Truly flexible workplace hybrid office/WFH model.
• Internal and external learning and development opportunities.
• Access to an extensive suite of wellbeing offerings through our Employee Assistance Program.

Why this role

As our Regional Community Development Manager (RCDM) in Perth you will lead coach and motivate a team of Senior Community Development Officers (SCDOs) who have primary responsibility for the delivery of new and existing ADF programs including the Good Sports and Local Drug Action Team (LDAT) programs. Working closely with the State Manager you will have the opportunity to identify and foster key stakeholder relationships represent the ADF at internal and external forums and identify new program and funding opportunities.
Some of your key activities will include:

• Operational program leadership including effective service delivery planning to achieve State/Territory targets and Key Performance Indicators.
• Identify develop and maintain community and program partnerships including with peak bodies local and State governments and community organisations to achieve strategic outcomes and support program delivery.
• Effective recruitment onboarding professional development and performance management of SCDO team.
• Effectively use the ADFs Customer Relationship Management (CRM) system (Salesforce) to plan monitor forecast evaluate and report on service delivery targets and outcomes.
• Assess the quality of Community Action Plans (CAP) developed by LDATs in collaboration with SCDOs and provide feedback on quality and adherence to program objectives.
• Support SCDOs to proactively identify and engage with clubs that would benefit from participation in the Good Sports program.

Who are we looking for

You are an expert communicator who thrives in an environment where you will be leading developing and motivating others. You have excellent relationship building and collaboration skills having worked with a wide range of individuals communities and organisations throughout your career. You are well versed in working to key performance indicators as well as actively seeking opportunities for continuous improvement.

The following skills and experience will be essential to your success in the role:

• Undergraduate qualification in health promotion social sciences public health business management or a related discipline.
• Experience in leading and managing teams to achieve desired outcomes.
• Strong verbal communication skills including confidence engaging with program stakeholders and at public speaking events such as workshops conferences and expos.
• Highly developed interpersonal skills including an ability to network and engage with community and program stakeholders.
• Demonstrated experience using CRM systems to plan monitor forecast evaluate and report on service delivery targets and outcomes.
• A current drivers license and access to a vehicle.

Some within state and inter-state travel will be required as part of this role.

Position Description - Regional Community Development Manager

Please visit our ADF careers page to obtain a copy of the position description do I apply

Click the APPLY NOW button to submit your application. Please include a resume and cover letter outlining your interest for the role.

Applications close on 24 October 2025at5pm AEST. Applicants may be contacted prior to the closing date so we encourage you to submit your application ASAP.

Here at the ADF we encourage cultural diversity and our programs are reflective of our community partners stakeholders and community at large. Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples are highly encouraged to apply.

If you have any queries about the role please contact Greg Williams (State Manager WA) via e-mail on

We look forward to hearing from you!