Community Engagement And Policy Manager

Exciting opportunity to work as a Community Engagement and Policy Manager in the Northern Rivers. Ideally wanting local candidates, but open

Community Engagement and Policy Manager | 5 Month Contract | Up to $1443 p/d Incl. Super

• $1000 - 1300 p/d + super
• 5 Month Contract
• Lismore/WFH

About the role
Looking for a Sea Change? Exciting opportunity to work as a Community Engagement and Policy Manager in the Northern Rivers of NSW. The large government department would prefer someone local to the area, however they are open to all options as long as candidates are willing to frequently travel to the Lismore. Please read the below and if this sounds like you, please apply!
Key responsibilities

• Spearhead development of community resilience strategies, leveraging resources efficiently.
• Lead community-led adaptation program, engaging key stakeholders.
• Establish baseline socio-spatial picture of Northern Rivers, assess adaptation impacts.
• Manage project development, ensuring on-time, on-budget, quality outcomes.
• Cultivate stakeholder relationships, ensure Engagement and deliverables.
• Implement monitoring and evaluation strategies for project effectiveness.
• Manage project teams, internal and external, to achieve milestones.
• Provide expert advice on community resilience, support project delivery.
• Conduct research, formulate evidence-based recommendations for planning.

About you

• Exudes autonomy in setting priorities, aligning with management directives.
• Balances evidence-based recommendations with expert judgment, especially under pressure.
• Maintains independence in managing teams, allocating resources, and devising strategic plans.
• Holds significant responsibility for unit/team actions within governmental policies.
• Ensures quality control in unit/team implementation, adhering to legislative standards.

Benefits of contracting through Ashdown People

• 5th largest supplier to the NSW Government
• Get paid weekly
• Rated 4.9/5 on Google Reviews with over 1200 5⭐ reviews for candidate feedback this year
• Offer Insurances for ABN Contractors
• Consistent communication & transparency
• Detailed onboarding & support

Please APPLY if you are interested. Please note, only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. If you have any questions, please apply and then Sam will be in contact.