- Temporary
(fixed term) Full until January 2027
- Salary $110,535 + 12% Superannuation
- Based at
Doncaster, Victoria
Playing an integral role in the Engaged
Communities team, the temporary full-time position for a Senior Communications
and Engagement Advisor will provide expert advice to one of 4 directorates
across Council. Bring your skills, experience and knowledge in communications
and engagement and be part of the winning team at Manningham.
- Lead
strategic communications for high-impact initiatives
- Craft
compelling narratives that influence change
- Collaborate
and build strong partnerships
Manningham Council proudly delivers over 100
different services to our vibrant and diverse community. From parks and
galleries to shopping hubs and leisure centres, it is our focus to ensure that
Manningham remains a liveable and harmonious place to reside, work and visit.
We provide challenging and rewarding employment
opportunities to innovative, passionate, and driven people. We have a positive
and friendly working environment, and we offer our employees a range of
benefits, including flexible work options, opportunities for career
development, and health and wellbeing initiatives.
We’re constantly transforming our organisation to
best support the needs of our local community. And we are looking for a new
game changer to join the team. A high performing individual who wants to shape
positive and inclusive outcomes for our community. You’ll have the opportunity
to take ownership of your work while developing and testing new ideas within a
culture of learning to deliver excellent outcomes for Manningham.
About the role
The Senior Communications and Engagement Advisor
leads strategic communications across Manningham, partnering with business
units to deliver clear, impactful advice. They develop and implement
communication and engagement plans that promote Council services, programs and
initiatives, ensuring we meet our goals, uphold our brand and connect
meaningfully with our community and stakeholders.
Skills and experience
- Tertiary qualified in communications or other relevant
field.
- An innovator with a track record
of developing and delivering effective communications that encourage engagement with the community.
- A strategic thinker
with an understanding o fthe diverse needs o fthe community, the localgovernment environment and ability to plan for delivery
of high-quality outcomes.
- Aproblem solver, able to resolve issues to meet the needs of internal and external stakeholders.
- A collaborator with demonstrated success in partnering with key
stakeholders to achieve mutually beneficial outcomes.
- Flexible to respond to changing priorities and able to complete
tasks within tight timeframes.
Position Description can be viewed below or is
available on the job advertisement on the Manningham careers’ section:Job Vacancies
How to
Apply
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to submit your up to date CV and cover letter addressing the key requirements
of the role. For a confidential discussion please contact Kelsey Steele, Acting Coordinator
Communications, Engagement and Brand on 9840 9207.
For all other enquiries regarding the recruitment
process, please email jobs@manningham.vic.gov.au or visit http://www.manningham.vic.gov.au/work-for-us
Applications
close on Wednesday 5 November 2025 at 10:00am.
Don’t meet every requirement for this role?
Studies have shown women and those of underrepresented groups are less likely
to apply for roles unless they meet all the criteria. We recognise that
different experiences make for great community outcomes. If your experience
doesn’t perfectly align with the selection criteria, but you’re excited about
this role and keen to work at Manningham Council, we encourage you to apply now.
Council
recognises the benefits of a diverse workforce for its employees and customers.
To ensure
equity of access to employment opportunities, Council encourages applications
from underrepresented groups including people who are from an Aboriginal and
Torres Strait Islander background, people from different ages, abilities,
gender identities, sexual orientation and cultural backgrounds.
Manningham Council have a number of policies
and practices to help support our staff, including a Working from Home policy,
flexible work practices and an IT infrastructure to support various
communication methods when working remotely.
If you
require any additional support or adjustments regarding interview arrangements,
please advise the contact listed above in advance.