Regional Community Development Manager WA

Are you ready to be a part of a leading not-for-profit organisation delivering evidence-based approaches to minimise alcohol and drug harm, that reaches millions of people in local communities?

• Inspire positive change in our community to prevent and reduce harms relating to Alcohol and Other Drugs (AOD).
• Full time, fixed term until 30 June 2027 (with possibility for extension)
• $106,002 to $121,017 per annum + super + generous salary packaging benefits
• Based in Perth with a hybrid model of working from home and in the office. 

Celebrating more than 65 years of service to the community, the Alcohol and Drug Foundation (ADF) is Australia's leading national organisation committed to inspiring positive change and delivering evidence-based approaches to minimise alcohol and drug harm.

Why work with us?

We are a dynamic, inclusive, and forward-thinking organisation, working collaboratively to provide meaningful programs to our communities across Australia. We ensure that we celebrate employee success and connect as an organisation as regularly as possible.

As a thank you for coming on the journey with us, we provide a wide range of benefits and wellbeing initiatives, including:

• A generous not-for-profit salary packaging benefits of up to $15,900 for everyday living expenses (including rent/mortgage payments), plus Meal and Entertainment allowance of up to $2,650 per FBT year.
• Great leave entitlements including access to Purchased Leave, 2 days gifted leave at Christmas, Health & Wellbeing leave, Accrued Day Off program and 17.5% annual leave loading.
• Truly flexible workplace – hybrid office/WFH model.
• Internal and external learning and development opportunities.
• Access to an extensive suite of wellbeing offerings through our Employee Assistance Program.

Why this role?

As our Regional Community Development Manager (RCDM) in Perth, you will draw on your proven people management experience to lead, coach and motivate a team of Senior Community Development Officers (SCDOs) who have primary responsibility for the delivery of new and existing ADF programs, including the Good Sports and Local Drug Action Team (LDAT) programs. Working closely with the State Manager, you will have the opportunity to identify and foster key stakeholder relationships, represent the ADF at internal and external forums, and identify new program and funding opportunities.

Some of your key activities will include:

• Operational program leadership, including effective service delivery planning to achieve State/Territory targets and Key Performance Indicators.
• Identify, develop, and maintain community and program partnerships, including with peak bodies, local and State governments, and community organisations, to achieve strategic outcomes and support program delivery.
• Effective recruitment, onboarding, professional development, and performance management of SCDO team.
• Effectively use the ADF’s Customer Relationship Management (CRM) system (Salesforce) to plan, monitor, forecast, evaluate and report on service delivery targets and outcomes.
• Assess the quality of Community Action Plans (CAP) developed by LDATs in collaboration with SCDOs and provide feedback on quality and adherence to program objectives.
• Support SCDOs to proactively identify and engage with clubs that would benefit from participation in the Good Sports program.

Who are we looking for?

You are an experienced leader who thrives in environments where you are responsible for leading, developing, coaching and motivating others to achieve high performance. You have a proven track record of managing teams, building capability, and fostering a positive, accountable and engaged culture. An expert communicator, you possess exceptional relationship-building and collaboration skills, having successfully worked with a diverse range of individuals, communities and organisations throughout your career. You are experienced in delivering against key performance indicators, driving team performance, and identifying opportunities for continuous improvement and innovation.

The following skills and experience will be essential to your success in the role:

• Undergraduate qualification in health promotion, social sciences, public health, business management or a related discipline.
• Demonstrated people management experience with the ability to lead and manage a team to achieve desired outcomes.
• A strong understanding of, and passion for, preventing and reducing harms caused by alcohol and other drugs.
• Strong verbal communication skills, including confidence engaging with program stakeholders and at public speaking events such as workshops, conferences, and expos.
• Highly developed interpersonal skills, including an ability to network and engage with community and program stakeholders.
• Demonstrated experience using CRM systems to plan, monitor, forecast, evaluate and report on service delivery targets and outcomes.
• A current driver’s license and access to a vehicle.

Some within state and inter-state travel will be required as part of this role.

Position Description - Regional Community Development Manager

Please visit our ADF careers page to obtain a copy of the position description – www.adf.org.au/careers

How do I apply?

Click the APPLY NOW button to submit your application. Please include a resume and cover letter outlining your interest for the role.

Applications close on 8 September 2026 at 5pm AEST. Applicants may be contacted prior to the closing date, so we encourage you to submit your application ASAP.

Here at the ADF we encourage cultural diversity, and our programs are reflective of our community partners, stakeholders, and community at large.  Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples are highly encouraged to apply.

ADF is a child safe organisation. Employees are expected to understand, promote and adhere to ADF’s child safety policies, procedures and standards as part of their employment.

If you have any queries about the role, please contact Samantha Menezes (State Manager WA) via e-mail on samantha.menezes@adf.org.au 

We look forward to hearing from you!