Community Engagement Advisor

• Are you passionate about Community Engagement and ready to make a positive impact?
• Part time, permanent position (with consideration for full time)
• Pay rate from $46.73 per hour + superannuation

About the role
We are looking for a part-time Community Engagement Advisor to join our Community Engagement and Insights team. The Community Engagement Advisor works closely with the Engagement and Insights team and relevant business units to deliver innovative and inclusive Community Engagement programs.
Your advice and support will adhere to best practices under the IAP2 framework, ensuring compliance with Council's Community Engagement Policy. Reporting directly to the Coordinator Engagement and Insights, you will play a pivotal role in implementing best-practice Community Engagement programs that align with and support the delivery of Council strategies, business plans, and objectives.
About the team
The Public Affairs team is a talented and energetic group of communications, Community Engagement and advocacy professionals focused on excellent service. We think working should be fun and we celebrate successes. We pride ourselves on team work, forward-thinking and fresh ideas to create and deliver innovative engagement programs that serve the Council and broader Glen Eira community. If this sounds like the team for you, apply today.
About you
You will be a proactive, efficient, and team-oriented individual with exceptional communication skills, confident in your technical skills and ability to build and support the growth of our “Have Your Say” Community Engagement platform. You will have a passion for people and enjoy connecting, networking, engaging with diverse groups and stakeholders.
Other requirements:

• Tertiary qualifications in a relevant discipline plus relevant experience OR less formal qualifications with substantial relevant experience
• Experience in Community Engagement, including planning, implementation and evaluation
• Familiarity with digital platforms and social media for engagement activities
• Technical skills to build engagement plans on Community Engagement platforms
• Comfortable with Microsoft Suite for data analysis and reporting
• IAP2 informed and experience in empowering and consulting with the community
• Previous account management and advising experience

Full-time Consideration: While this role is initially part-time, we are open to considering full-time candidates.
Important Information
This position is subject to a satisfactory Police Check and Employee Working with Children Check prior to commencement. Pre-employment checks are not used by Glen Eira City Council to prevent any applicant from applying for this position. Each application will be considered on its merits.
Working at Glen Eira City Council
The City of Glen Eira is a dynamic municipality located within the southeast metropolitan region of Melbourne, approximately 10 kilometres from the CBD. Council provides a range of services to over 155,000 residents from more than 160 cultural backgrounds and over 16,000 businesses.
Glen Eira City Council is a collaborative, values-based organisation that strives for innovation. Our 1,370 employees bring their diverse backgrounds and varied experiences and perspectives to an inclusive and flexible work environment, creating a unique and vibrant culture that is representative of the municipality it services.
Recognised as an Employer of Choice, we seek people who share our community focused values and have a desire to create positive local impact.
Employee Benefits
We have a great culture that is valued by all our staff. Teamwork, collaboration, and innovation are a key focus at Glen Eira City Council. We offer will offer you:

• Hybrid work environment - Average of 3 days in the office (or pro rata)
• Flexible work options
• A supportive and collaborative team environment where your ideas are welcomed
• Access to paid training and participation in Council's extensive Learning and Development programs
• Reward and recognition programs
• Comprehensive leave entitlements
• Corporate gym memberships at Glen Eira Leisure

Position Description
How to apply
Please attach your resume along with a cover letter detailing your experience and how it relates to the role.
For further information or a confidential discussion please contact Stacey Buchanan, Coordinator Engagement and Insights on 9524 3394, 0478 263 619 or email sbuchanan@gleneira.vic.gov.au
Glen Eira City Council prides itself on being an equal opportunity employer and a child safe organisation. As a Council, we are committed to:

• Providing a diverse and inclusive workplace that values the safety and wellbeing of children and young people, as well as all our employees.
• Receiving applications from people of all diverse abilities, skills, languages, cultures and backgrounds including: people with disability, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people and LGBTIQA+ and gender diverse people.
• Reconciliation and supporting the Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander aspirations.

If you are Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander and require advice and support with the recruitment process, contact Grant Lea our Aboriginal Community Officer on T: or E:
We value the knowledge, skills and talents that all people can share with our workforce and community.