Coordinator, Workforce Development

• Full time, permanent position
• $109,361 + 12% superannuation
• A switched on role with flexibility

About the Opportunity

This is a role where you can genuinely shape how people grow, develop and thrive at the City of Adelaide. As Coordinator Workforce Development, you'll sit at the heart of our People Experience team, helping bring ideas to life that strengthen capability, support leaders and create a positive, engaging workplace culture.

You'll work closely with people leaders across the organisation to understand what their teams need, offering practical advice, tools and coaching to help them build strong, future-ready teams. Whether it's workforce planning, succession planning or talent development, you'll play a key part in making sure we're set up not just for today, but for what's ahead.

A big part of the role is designing and delivering initiatives that make a real difference. From developing and implementing our Graduate Program to creating resources that support team and organisational capability, you'll see your work translate into meaningful outcomes for our people. You'll also keep a close eye on workforce trends and data, using insights to shape strategies and continuously improve how we do things.

You'll help support and embed talent management and succession planning across the organisation, including overseeing our succession systems to ensure a smooth and positive experience for leaders and accurate, useful reporting for the business.

Beyond programs and frameworks, this role is about people. You'll contribute to broader initiatives that strengthen culture and engagement, while also helping position the City of Adelaide as an employer of choice through strong relationships and a compelling employee experience.

If you enjoy working collaboratively, thinking ahead and creating practical solutions that help people and organisations grow, this is a role where you can make a real impact.

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About You

To be successful in this role you will have:

• Experience supporting the identification and design of workforce development initiatives.
• Demonstrated experience in researching best practice and analysing industry trends and providing appropriate recommendations.
• Building trusting relationships with key stakeholders and understanding their needs.
• Understanding of a project life cycle, and ability to assist with strategies relating to projects and programs and ability to promote cross functional collaboration.
• Experience in applying best practice principles to the delivery of connection, attraction and engagement initiatives and monitoring and reporting on outcomes.

About Us

Located in the geographic heart of Kaurna Country, the City of Adelaide celebrates its cultural heritage and unique natural surrounds, while continuing to adapt to the changing needs of our community. Our focus is on wellbeing and quality of life, investing in city improvements and future planning so our city remains liveable, inclusive and vibrant.

At the City of Adelaide, we foster an environment that is welcoming, inclusive and safe, and that values difference. We recognise the strength that diverse perspectives bring in driving innovation and creating brilliant experiences for our community.

For Further Enquiries & How to Apply

All enquiries regarding this position will remain private and confidential and can be directed to Surlinne Sims via 08 •••• •740.

Please submit a Resume and Cover Letter, addressed to Surlinne Sims, Manager, People Experience, outlining the skills, experience and qualities you will bring to the role.

Please review the position description prior to submitting your application by following the prompts to apply.

For more information about working at the City of Adelaide, including benefits, please visit www.cityofadelaide.com.au/careers.

Applications close 11:59pm, 1 September 2026.

Please be advised this is a full time permanent opportunity with a starting salary at the Level 6 Classification commencing from $109,361 + 12% superannuation.

As part of the recruitment process candidates will be required to undertake a National Police Check.

We continue to work hard to ensure our recruitment process is safe for people of diverse backgrounds.

Please note, applications received via the email address below will not be considered. We are committed to making reasonable adjustments to provide a positive, barrier-free recruitment process and supportive workplace. Our commitment to inclusivity means we welcome applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, people with disabilities, and candidates from with a range of lived experiences. If you require assistance with our recruitment process, you are more than welcome to connect with our People Services team on (08) •••• •333 recruitment@cityofadelaide.com.au