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Join Our Team and Make a Difference!
At Sutherland Shire Council, we are dedicated to creating a thriving community where everyone feels connected and empowered. Our values of Collaboration, Achievement, Respect, and Evolution drive everything we do.
We are seeking an enthusiastic Engagement Officer to join our team. In this role, you will be responsible for developing and implementing strategies to engage with our stakeholders and community partners.
You will have the opportunity to collaborate with a diverse range of individuals and organisations to drive meaningful change and create lasting relationships
Your Impact
As an Engagement Officer, you will play a crucial role in our Communication, Engagement and Customer Team, working towards our goal of an informed and engaged community shaping its future. You will collaborate with the team to facilitate meaningful community engagement opportunities, ensuring that Council decisions reflect the voices of our community.
Key Responsibilities
- Plan and execute effective community engagement campaigns across various channels
- Provide advice and support on community engagement to all staff
- Contribute to the development of best practises for engagement delivery
- Support the management of risks associated with engagement activities
Your Profile
If you have a passion for community engagement, a collaborative spirit, and a drive for positive outcomes, we want to hear from you. We are looking for someone with:
- Demonstrated experience in developing successful engagement campaigns
- Strong communication and organisational skills
- The ability to work effectively under pressure and manage competing priorities
- Experience working collaboratively with diverse stakeholders
Experience in the government sector and knowledge of IAP2 principles will be highly regarded.
If you have a flair for community and stakeholder engagement with a passion for driving positive community outcomes.
Join our Team and Grow with Us!
If you are ready to take on a challenging and rewarding role that makes a real difference in the community, apply now to join our team at Sutherland Shire Council!
- Apply by responding to our online application questions and submitting your resume outlining why we are a great fit!
- Get your application in by 11.59pm: Sunday 30 June 2024.
- Package: $77,400 - $82,000 gross p.a. plus 11% superannuation.
- Hours of work: Temporary Full Time 35 hours per week with option of 19 day month flex time arrangement. Opportunity expected to be available for up to 10 months.
- To benefit your wellbeing you will have access to fitness passport, corporate membership to our leisure centres, employee assistance program, annual flu shots, health and wellbeing programme and novated lease options.
Suitable candidates are subject to pre-employment screening which includes Reference Checks, Work Rights Verification, Identity and Functional/Medical History Checks (including Covid-19 Vaccination), and may also include a Criminal History, Qualification and Working with Children Check. Employment is subject to clearance of all these checks.
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