Program Support Officer – Community Connections
Part-time fixed-term contract | 22.5 hours per week | SCHADS Award Level 3
Commencing mid-January 2027
12-month contract with possible extension
Applications will be considered as they are received
Enquiries can be made to Tania Brown tbrown@communitycentressa.asn.au
About Community Centres SA
Community Centres SA is the peak body for over 100 Community and Neighbourhood Centres across metropolitan Adelaide and regional South Australia. More than 50,000 visits are made to centres each week to connect with others, learn and participate in a wide range of services and activities. For 40 years, we have strengthened the capacity and influence of our sector through advocacy, workforce development and organisational development.
About the role
Reporting to the Program Coordinator – Community Connections, the Program Support Officer is a brand new role in the Community Centres SA team and will provide practical administrative and coordination support to the Community Connections Program.
The Community Connections Program is a Department of Human Services initiative that supports people to achieve their social connection goals in their local communities. Community Centres SA is the program’s Capacity Building Partner, connecting Program Partners with Community Centres across South Australia and building sector capability through training, mentoring and engagement.
You will work across all regions to support meetings, training and workshops, coordinate logistics, maintain records and reporting, and tailor practical supports for Program Partners. Some regional travel is required.
Why join us?
- Flexible part-time work supporting a positive work-life balance.
- A collaborative, respectful and inclusive team culture.
- Meaningful work that strengthens community connection and wellbeing.
- A beautiful park setting at Glandore.
- Access to an Employee Assistance Program.
Key responsibilities
Administration support
- Take accurate records of meetings, whether attended in person or reviewed through recordings or transcripts, and action or coordinate follow-up items where appropriate.
- Support data collection and reporting.
- Process and record invoices for approval.
Regional support and meeting representation
- Attend and support meetings as a proxy for the Program Coordinator when required.
- Develop and maintain a sound working understanding of the Community Connections Program to represent Community Centres SA and support Program Partners effectively.
Events, training and tailored support
- Coordinate activity logistics, including bookings, catering, invitations and registrations.
- Co-facilitate or facilitate regular CD101 and Assessment and Referral workshops.
- Develop and tailor supports in response to the needs and feedback of Program Partners and the Department of Human Services.
- Work with external facilitators to co-design supports where Flexible Funding is available.
Collaboration and other support
- Collaborate with other Capacity Building Partners to achieve outcomes for Program Partners.
- Provide other administrative and program support consistent with organisational objectives, as directed by the Program Coordinator or Chief Executive Officer.
About you
Essential experience and capabilities
- Administrative or program support experience, ideally in the community services sector.
- Experience coordinating meetings, training sessions or events.
- Experience co-facilitating or facilitating group training or workshops.
- A practical understanding of community development principles.
- Competence using Microsoft Office and online meeting platforms.
- Strong organisation, attention to detail, communication and time-management skills.
- Ability to work effectively under general direction and as part of a team, manage competing priorities, meet deadlines and maintain confidentiality.
Qualifications and special requirements
- Certificate III or IV in Community Services, Business Administration or a related field, and/or relevant experience.
- Current driver’s licence and capacity to travel across regions (shared work vehicle available).
- Current DHS Working with Children Check.
- Current National Police Clearance.
Desirable experience
- Understanding of the Community Connections Program or similar Department of Human Services-funded programs.
- Experience delivering training content.
- Experience with data entry or reporting systems such as R2D2.
- Experience using Microsoft Teams, Mentimeter and PowerPoint for online engagement.
How to apply
Before applying, please read the position description and ensure you meet the essential experience, knowledge and screening requirements.
Please submit via Seek:
- Your curriculum vitae (maximum three pages).
- A brief cover letter outlining your relevant experience and interest in the role.
Position enquiries
For enquiries about the role, please contact Tania Brown tbrown@communitycentressa.asn.au
Community Centres SA values inclusivity, empowerment, strengths-based practice, social justice, community participation, diversity, collaboration and integrity. We welcome applications from people with diverse backgrounds and lived experiences.
A satisfactory national police check and Working with Children Check is required before commencement.
