Community Development Officer

About the RoleSettlement Services International (SSI) is seeking a Community Development Officer to support new and emerging multicultural communities across Brisbane and Moreton Bay this role youll deliver placebased community engagement and development initiatives that build capacity strengthen social cohesion and improve community outcomes for the refugee and migrant to the Community Relations Manager youll implement key community development activities under the Settlement Engagement and Transition Support (SETS) programs. Working closely with community leaders from new and emerging communities with the major focus on the refugee communities service providers and government stakeholders youll codesign culturally responsive initiatives that responds to the needs of these reach out to us for thefull Position Descriptionto review the Key Responsibilities and Measures of YouYou bring experience in community development engagement with the new and emerging refugee and migrant communities or a related field and are confident working with culturally and linguistically diverse communities. You have:Demonstrated experience delivering community development and capacitybuilding initiativesDemonstrated experience in building capacity of communities from refugee and migrant backgrounds Strong stakeholder engagement and relationshipbuilding skillsExperience codesigning programs with communities using a strengthsbased approachExcellent written and verbal communication skillsAn understanding of the social issues impacting multicultural communities in QueenslandAbout our BenefitsSalary packaging options to receive up to $15900 of your salary tax-free meaning more take-home pay! Access to in-house training and learning opportunities for professional development and to our inhouse wellbeing alongside professional and dedicated team members all wanting to make a difference in our communities. About our Recruitment ProcessSSI Group is strongly committed to actively safeguarding children and young people and providing a safe environment for them to thrive. We ensure children and young peoples safety and wellbeing is embedded in the everyday thinking and practice of everyone at SSI whether they interact directly or indirectly with children and young people. All employees will undergo a National Police Clearance and a Working with Children Check as a condition of commitment to DiversitySSI strives to be an inclusive workplace for all people. We recognise that we operate in a diverse community and welcome and encourage applications from all ages and genders Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples culturally and linguistically diverse groups the LGBTIQ community veterans refugees and people with ApplyIf excited by the information above we look forward to receiving your application including your resume and cover letter expressing your interest and suitability for the close 1 May 2026If you would like more information on the recruitment process please contact the talent acquisition team call us on0.A recruitment pool may be created for permanent and temporary opportunities of the same role or role type that may become available in the is a Disability Confident Recruiter and our Talent Acquisition team can assist in providing alternative formats to apply making adjustments to the recruitment process(including the application form)and offering information about workplace adjustments and support networks. Should you require adjustments please email us note we will be scheduling interviews as applications come in so please apply urgently if you believe this role aligns with your goals and experience.