Noosa Council is committed to our valued employees, and we celebrate diversity, health and well-being, work life balance and career progression. Come and join our supportive and progressive team as we deliver on our vision - 'Noosa Shire - different by nature'.

The Opportunity

Are you passionate about the power of sport to create lasting community impact? As the Olympics Project Officer, you will help prepare Noosa for the Brisbane 2032 Olympic and Paralympic Games through strategic planning, stakeholder engagement and legacy-focused initiatives. Working across Council, government, sporting organisations and the community, you'll play a key role in maximising opportunities and delivering lasting benefits for the Noosa Shire.

Vacancy Details

• Position Status - Part-Time
• Employment Type - Temporary until June 2028
• Department - Community Services
• Branch - Sport and Active Lifestyles
• Classification - Qld LGIA (Stream A) - State 2017, Division 2, Section 1 - Administrative, Clerical, Technical, Professional, Community Service, Supervisory and Managerial Services
• Position Remuneration - LGOA Level 5
• $50,894 Base annual salary [pro-rata - $101,787 FTE]
• $57,768 Total Remuneration Package [pro-rata] inclusive of 12% Employer superannuation and 17.5% annual leave loading
• Location - Goodchap Street, Tewantin

About You

You are a proactive and collaborative professional with experience in sport, recreation, project management or community development. A strong communicator and relationship builder, you enjoy working with diverse stakeholders to deliver meaningful community outcomes. You thrive in a dynamic environment, balancing strategic thinking and planning with practical project delivery to create lasting community impact.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the planning and development of Noosa Council’s Olympic and Paralympic readiness and legacy planning for Brisbane 2032
• Build and maintain strong partnerships with internal departments, government agencies, sporting organisations, community groups and key stakeholders
• Identify and deliver opportunities that maximise community benefits, participation and legacy outcomes
• Provide strategic advice and support across all Council departments and functions, while contributing to sport, recreation and infrastructure projects that enhance community wellbeing and prepare Noosa for Brisbane 2032

Skills and Experience

• Experience in, or an understanding of, strategic readiness and legacy planning, with the ability to help position Council to maximise opportunities arising from the Brisbane 2032 Olympic and Paralympic Games
• Strong stakeholder engagement and consultation skills, with the ability to build effective relationships across council, government agencies, sporting organisations and community groups
• Experience in identifying grant funding opportunities, developing strategic partnerships, to achieve community and organisational outcomes.
• Excellent communication, presentation, and facilitation skills, with the ability to engage diverse audiences, lead meaningful consultation processes, and gain support for strategic initiatives
• Proven ability to develop and implement strategic initiatives that deliver long-term community and legacy outcomes
• Highly organised with the ability to manage competing priorities, navigate ambiguity and deliver results across multiple projects

Qualifications

• Tertiary qualification in Sport and Recreation, Project or Event Management, Business Management, Community Development, or a related discipline; alternatively, substantial demonstrated experience delivering projects within the sport, infrastructure or community sectors
• Current Queensland Blue Card
• Current C Class Driver Licence

About Us 

Noosa Council is located at the northern end of the Sunshine Coast in Queensland. Covering an area of 872 square km. Noosa has a proud history of preserving its natural environment and is recognised by UNESCO as a Biosphere Reserve. The region offers a unique mix of stunning beaches, national parks, lakes and lush hinterland, which makes it one of the greatest places in Australia to live and work. 

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