Traineeship - Community Development DCC

🌟 Community Development Traineeship

Kickstart your career creating positive change in your community

Are you passionate about people, connection, and making a real difference?

Do you want to build skills in community services, social, cultural, recreational services and programs within local government?

Join us as a Community Development Trainee and gain hands‑on experience supporting programs and initiatives that strengthen our community.

🌱 About the Role

As a Community Development Trainee, you’ll support our Community Services team to deliver projects, events, engagement activities, and customer support that help our community thrive. You'll learn from experienced coordinators, contribute to meaningful work, and build skills that set you up for a rewarding career.

💡 What You’ll Be Doing

Community Services Support

• Provide day‑to‑day administrative support to the Community Services Department
• Organise stakeholder and service group meetings, prepare minutes, and follow up actions
• Maintain accurate records and databases in line with Council policies
• Assist with equipment hire and booking processes
• Help draft reports, documentation, and process improvement ideas
• Respond to information requests with accuracy and professionalism
• Support the delivery and processing of Council’s grant programs
• Participate in relevant team and stakeholder meetings

Community Initiatives & Events

• Assist with organising and delivering community‑based activities, launches, and special events
• Support the creation and distribution of promotional materials, publications, and workshop content

Volunteer & Community Engagement

• Assist with documenting and processing volunteer applications
• Support planning and delivery of community engagement programs
• Keep accurate records of engagement outcomes
• Respond to queries about community engagement initiatives
• Contribute to producing written and graphic materials to support engagement activities

Youth Engagement

• Work closely with the Community Development Coordinator to develop and support youth engagement initiatives

Customer Service & Relationships

• Build positive relationships with internal and external stakeholders
• Ensure all customers receive timely, accurate, and helpful information
• Provide general assistance to the wider Community Services team as needed

🎓 Who We’re Looking For

You don’t need previous experience—just enthusiasm, a willingness to learn, and a genuine interest in community development. You’ll thrive in this role if you are:

• Community‑minded and people‑focused
• Friendly, reliable, and proactive
• Eager to learn new skills and take on new challenges
• Comfortable working both independently and as part of a team
• Confident communicating with a wide range of people

🌟 Why Join Us?

• Hands‑on experience across community services in local government
• Supportive mentoring from experienced staff
• Opportunities to work on meaningful community projects
• A chance to develop skills in administration, communication, project planning, and customer service

If you’re ready to start your career making a difference—and want a traineeship that grows your skills, confidence, and impact—we’d love to hear from you!