Project Officer First Nations

Community Development | Community Services

Permanent

Full-time (average of 38 hours per week)

First Nations Identified - As per section 50D of the EqualOpportunity Act 1984 (WA)

Are you passionate about working with community to strengthen cultural awareness, build relationships, and deliver impactful projects? Do you want to work in a role where your knowledge of Nyoongar culture, history and community can help shape inclusive programs, events and strategies? We’re looking for an motivated and community-focused person to join our team and make a difference.

Why You Should Apply :

• Make an Impact : Be part of the City’s First Nations engagement and play a key role in delivering the Reconciliation Action Plan / Strategy and other key initiatives.
• Share Culture and Knowledge : Coordinate meaningful community events and projects such as NAIDOC Week, Dual Naming, and cultural awareness activities / training.
• Build Strong Relationships : Work alongside local Elders, service providers and community members to strengthen cultural understanding and connection.
• Support and Be Supported : Join a welcoming team that values your experience and lived knowledge, with opportunities for training, development, and career growth.

What You’ll Do :

What You Bring :

This is a First Nations identified position. You must identify and be recognised within your community as a First Nations person in accordance with Section 50D of the Equal Opportunity Act 1984 (WA).

What We Are Offering :

How to Apply :

As part of the online application process, please address thefollowing essential selection criteria .

We need to see how you’ve demonstrated these skills in previous roles. Applications that do not adequately address these criteria will not be considered.

Selection criteria

An information package, including the position description, is available on our website.

Applications must be submitted online by 4pm, Thursday27 November 2025.

Please note : Applications will be reviewed as they are received, and interviews may commence prior to the closing date. We encourage you to apply as soon as possible.

This process may be used to fill future similar permanent or fixed-term positions within the next 12 months.

About Us :

The City of Rockingham is an award-winning local government located 40km south of the Perth CBD and is known as the place where the coast comes to life. One of the fastest-growing local governments in the south metropolitan area, we’re responsible for the delivery of high-quality services, facilities and events that meet community expectations.

We are committed to a safe, inclusive and culturally respectful workplace. Our team members share the City’s Values of Recognition, Ethics, Service, Professional Development, Empowerment, Communication and Teamwork – RESPECT. These Values are embedded in everything we do.

Need Support?

If you identify as a person with disability and require adjustments throughout the recruitment and selection process, please contact the Recruitment Team via email at or phone . We’re happy to discuss options to assist you e.g. we can provide alternate formats for application forms, oral alternate methods of applying.

We strongly encourage applications from people of all backgrounds, including First Nations people, people living with disability, and those who speak a language other than English at home.

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