City for All Project Officer
Job No:
COH23888
Location:
Hobart, TAS
Group and Team:
Location: Council Centre
Employment status: Permanent Part-time, 24 hours per week, 0.63 FTE
Classification: Municipal Officer Level 3
Agreement: Hobart City Council Enterprise Agreement 2024
Salary range: $93,872 to $96,788 (per annum pro rata) ($47.50 - $48.98 hourly rate) + 13.5% superannuation.
About the role
This is a brand-new and exciting opportunity!
Help create a more inclusive, accessible and connected Hobart. Join us in delivering meaningful projects and programs that improve participation, belonging and wellbeing for people across our community.
The City for All Project Officer supports the delivery, coordination and continual improvement of initiatives that create a more inclusive, accessible and connected Hobart. Working across Community Programs, you will help drive the implementation of the City for All Action Plan through effective project coordination, stakeholder engagement and program support.
Role accountabilities include:
- Coordinating and supporting the delivery of projects and initiatives that promote inclusion, accessibility and community participation.
- Developing project plans, monitoring progress, preparing reports and evaluating outcomes to ensure successful delivery of programs and initiatives.
- Building strong relationships with community members, service providers, partner organisations and internal stakeholders to support collaborative outcomes for the community.
- Taking a systemic approach to program delivery by utilising technology and data management systems to monitor performance, inform decision-making, support reporting requirements and drive continuous improvement.
Learn more about the role in the position description: City for All Project Officer - Position Description
About you
You are an organised and proactive project professional with a passion for creating positive community outcomes. You enjoy working with a wide range of stakeholders and are able to build strong relationships based on trust, collaboration and respect.
You have experience coordinating projects or programs, managing competing priorities and delivering quality outcomes within agreed timeframes. Your strong communication and administrative skills enable you to prepare reports, maintain records and support effective decision-making.
You are comfortable working with data and technology to support project outcomes and can identify opportunities to improve systems and processes. Your ability to analyse information, maintain accurate records and use data to inform planning and reporting will contribute to the successful delivery of community initiatives.
You bring an understanding of inclusion, accessibility, community development or social impact principles and are motivated by the opportunity to help create a city where everyone feels welcome, valued and able to participate. Experience working with diverse communities, community programs or local government will be highly regarded.
About us
The City of Hobart offers something for everyone, with connections between nature, history, culture, businesses and each other. We are proud to provide a range of services and facilities that support the wellbeing, safety and participation of the community as well as continuously look to improve and embrace new approaches to achieve better outcomes for all. With an industrious and diversified economy, wherever your skills, talents and passions lie, we can offer you the opportunity to have a rewarding career with ongoing learning and development opportunities.
We recognise contributions to our workforce and offer:
- Above Award wages and Employer Superannuation at 13.5% with salary sacrifice options.
- Flexible work arrangements.
- A wide range of leave entitlements.
- Health and Wellness programs, including onsite gyms.
- Discounted membership at Doone Kennedy Hobart Aquatic Centre.
- Ability to purchase additional leave after 12 months of service.
- An Employee Assistance Program that offers onsite visits.
- Corporate Health Plan discounts with BUPA, St. Lukes and Medibank.
Learn more about what the City of Hobart can offer you.
The City of Hobart is committed to building an inclusive community and workplace. As an equal opportunity employer, we encourage applications from people of all backgrounds, abilities, ages and identities.
City of Hobart has a strong commitment to health and safety. Appointment will be subject to satisfactory pre-employment background checks. These will include reference checks, verification of qualifications, National Criminal History record check, and Medical Assessment including drug and alcohol testing.
The City of Hobart operates within the Child and Youth Safe Organisations Framework, safeguarding children and young people accessing our services and facilities. Your commitment to this framework is essential to improving the way we work, by implementing strategies and actions to promote child safety and wellbeing and preventing harm to children and young people. The City of Hobart incorporates Tasmania’s Child and Youth Safe Standards in its recruitment process, ensuring the safety and well-being of children and young people in our community.
Learn more about our vision, mission and values.
How to apply
If you are passionate about our beautiful city and ready to take on a role that challenges and rewards, we would love to hear from you. Apply today!
If you require any further information specific to this role please contact Kimbra Parker, Manager Community Programs, on 0400932197 or email kimbra.parker@hobartcity.com.au
All applications must be made in the online portal, and you can save your application as you progress through the stages until you submit your final application. If you have any issues with submitting your application, please email details of the issue to recruitment@hobartcity.com.au. Please note that we do not accept applications via email or after the position has closed so if you have issues submitting your application, please contact us prior to the closing time.
Applications close 11:59 pm Sunday 1 November 2026.
Before you begin
You will need to read the position description prior to commencing your application as you will be required to address the key duties, skills and knowledge for this role in 600 words or less.
Please ensure you have copies of your current resume and relevant qualification/s ready to attach at the end of your application.
To protect privacy and prevent fraud, do not upload or email personal documents such as Driver’s licences, passports, or personal tax and superannuation details. Instead:
- Applicants are required to declare they hold the required documentation/licence, and
- Originals will be sighted by People and Culture on the first day of work as a condition of employment.
Selection process
Candidates are initially selected for interview based on the details provided in their application.
The City of Hobart assesses all applications based on merit.
Positions are filled, based on how well the successful candidate meets the requirements of the position.
Learn more about the selection process on our website.
