Leisure Planning & Strategy Officer

As a Leisure Planning & Strategy Officer, you will play a pivotal role in shaping the future of leisure and recreational spaces within our communities. Your expertise will drive the research, planning, development, and implementation of strategies and projects that transform public areas into dynamic hubs of activity, fostering healthier lifestyles and stronger social connections.Reporting to the Coordinator Recreation, you will also develop and implement the City’s Community Infrastructure Strategy and Action Plan which aims to enhance communities and ensure the long-term sustainability of public amenities and services.If you are inspired by creating lively and thriving communities through strategic leisure planning and have a passion for enhancing public spaces, we encourage you to apply! We will consider applicants seeking both full-time and part-time hours!A snapshot of your new role:Research and analyse community needs, identifying future demands and trends relating to leisure, recreation, and public open spaces.Develop robust, actionable strategies that align with community needs and expectations, and that enhance and expand recreational facilities, programs, and services.Project manage and coordinate sport, recreation and leisure public open space projects.Undertake feasibility studies, needs analysis research and reporting, project reviews and business planning.Assist with developing annual and long-term capital and operational budgets for relevant projects.Facilitate consultations and provide strategic support to residents and local groups to gather insights and ensure community-driven project development.How you will thrive in this role:A tertiary qualification in sport, recreation, urban design, statutory planning or relevant qualification (or considerable experience in sport, recreation, public open space or statutory planning, project management and implementation).Demonstrated conceptual and analytical skills with experience in interpreting and applying research, policies, statutory and legislative documents to develop strategic outcomes.Demonstrated report writing skills and well-developed communication skills, including public speaking and presentations.Demonstrated interpersonal skills and ability to gain cooperation, support and to influence stakeholders to achieve goals.Proven ability to plan, manage and implement projects with a sport, recreational and public open space component.Why you will love working in this role:Permanent position, open to full-time or part-time hours!Monthly rostered day off (for full-time position).Annual leave loading and super contribution matching.Genuine commitment to learning and development opportunities.Access to a comprehensive wellbeing program and initiatives, including wellness seminars and financial health checks.Impact the Community in a Big Way:The City of Canning aims to be a welcoming and thriving city, giving our people an opportunity to thrive through work that truly makes a difference! With a population of over 90,000 over 64 square km of land, we provide services to support and develop our community every day. We believe that engaging people with diverse backgrounds and all abilities will assist in delivering superior services to our community and are committed to the principles of equal opportunity for all.Canning welcomes you to apply:Click

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and submit your Cover Letter and Resume (PDF format preferred). You may also contact Reuben Thom 0409 328 761 for a confidential discussion. Visit our website www.canning.wa.gov.au/jobs for more information about the role.Applications are open until 5.00pm Friday 13 October 2023. We reserve the right to contact applicants and close the advertising period early.

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