Community Grants and Inclusion Officer

Who we Are

Alice Springs Town Council is an organisation shaping the future of this iconic central Australian town. We offer our 200+ team members across our three sites, opportunities for professional growth, competitive benefits, and the chance to contribute to a vibrant and culturally rich community. Our vision of a brighter future, a prosperous and cohesive community.

We aspire to be modern, inclusive and innovative, bridging divides and forging new paths. We want to bring our community together, to celebrate this unique place of gathering where the world meets the oldest living culture on Earth.

Our Values

Leadership – our culture, values and accountability are present throughout the organisation

Collaboration – we work in partnership and are better together

Trust – nothing is more important than the trust between the community and ourselves

Respect – we respect people and genuinely care

Authenticity – what we do rings true and we do what we say

Inclusion – we value all people to create a more equal world

Commitment – we consistently strive towards our mission

Determination – we endeavour to continuously improve

Job Description

The Opportunity

We are seeking an experienced Community Grants and Inclusion Officer to lead community grants and inclusion initiatives aimed at enhancing social cohesion and liveability within Alice Springs. This role involves developing and implementing programs and events that support diverse cultures, address community needs, and maximize the effective use of resources.

The Community Grants and Inclusion Officer will be responsible for overseeing community support programs, managing budgets, developing inclusive initiatives, and implementing policies that foster social cohesion, ensuring equitable access and participation for all members of the community.

Please find position Description here 

Desired Skills and Experience

What we would like you to bring to the team

• Strong understanding of social justice, diversity, and inclusion principles.
• Experience in delivering and assessing grants and sponsorship programs.
• Proven ability to build partnerships with diverse stakeholders.
• Experience in developing and implementing events and programs based on community needs.
• Demonstrated ability to evaluate community projects and events effectively.
• Sound understanding of the role of local government in supporting community projects and events.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to prepare strategic reports and presentations.
• Strong project management skills with the ability to manage multiple projects concurrently.
• Ability to plan and prioritize workloads effectively.

Our Benefits

In addition to competitive salaries, Council offers the following benefits:

• Six weeks annu­al leave
• 15 days per­son­al leave
• Paid Domes­tic and Fam­i­ly Vio­lence leave
• Cultural/​ceremonial leave
• Train­ing and devel­op­ment opportunities
• Flex­i­ble work­ing arrangements
• Up to 11.5% super­an­nu­a­tion (increas­ing to 12% on 1 July 2025)
• Relo­ca­tion assis­tance for eli­gi­ble positions
• In-house health and well­be­ing program
• Employ­ee Assis­tance Program
• Free admission to the Alice Springs Aquat­ic Leisure Cen­tre

For more information about this role, please contact Kate Walsh - Manager CCD, at KWalsh@astc.nt.gov.au or 0889500568