Community Engagement Officer

Permanent Full-Time Opportunity | North Canberra Location | $70,000pa to $80,000pa plus FBT Benefits | Start ASAP

OVERVIEW

Our client is seeking a versatile and dedicated individual to join their dynamic team on a Permanent Full-Time basis. This position will play a crucial role in enhancing this not-for-profit community-based organisation’s outreach, engagement, and visibility within the community.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Develop and implement strategies to engage with target audience and community stakeholders.
• Organise and facilitate community events, workshops, and outreach programs.
• Establish and maintain strong relationships with community partners, volunteers, and supporters.
• Plan, coordinate, and execute various events and activities, including fundraisers, awareness campaigns, and appreciation events.
• Manage event logistics, including venue selection, vendor coordination, budget management, and on-site coordination.
• Collaborate with team members to ensure events align with organisational goals and objectives.
• Manage the organisation’s social media platforms and online presence.
• Create engaging content for social media posts, blogs, newsletters, and other communication channels.
• Monitor and analyse social media metrics to track engagement and effectiveness of communication strategies.

EXPERIENCE / REQUIREMENTS

• Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field (eg. Communications, Marketing, Public Relations, Social Media, Events Management) highly desirable.
• Previous experience in Community Engagement, event planning, and/or communications preferred.
• Strong organisational skills with the ability to multitask and meet deadlines.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Proficiency in social media management and content creation.
• Ability to work independently as well as part of a team.

IMPORTANT TO NOTE

SOS Recruitment is committed to the principles of workplace diversity and equity in employment, and we encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islanders, people with disabilities, women, people with family responsibilities, people with diverse linguistic and cultural backgrounds, religious beliefs and LGBTIQ people.

Please be advised If the closing date has passed for the particular position(s) you are interested in, we still encourage an application. Occasionally late applications are accepted and in addition we will retain your resume on our system for other positions as they arise.

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