17458I | Community Engagement Officer (Local Government – $64.98 to $67.78 p/hour plus superannuation)

  • Job Type:Temporary
  • Location:Ipswich
  • Remuneration: $64.98 - $67.78 p/hour plus superannuation
  • Hours: Monday to Friday (37.25 hr/per week)
  • Start Date: ASAP
  • Duration: October 2026 with view of possible extension

Join a dynamic community engagement team with a local government department located in Ipswich. You’ll plan, deliver, and evaluate engagement initiatives, provide advice on best practice strategies, and represent the organisation on collaborative projects. This is a hands-on opportunity to contribute to meaningful projects, support high-quality engagement, and strengthen relationships with stakeholders.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Deliver community engagement advice, support, and activities in collaboration with the team.
  • Communicate project progress and successes, and gather community feedback where appropriate.
  • Represent the organisation on projects, supporting planning, monitoring, reporting, communications, and change management.
  • Provide advice and support on engagement planning, design, delivery, reporting, and evaluation.
  • Build effective engagement skills and capabilities across the organisation, including supporting training initiatives.
  • Identify and analyse key stakeholders and communication channels to standardise and improve communications.
  • Assist in addressing sensitive issues impacting the organisation’s relationship with stakeholders.

To be considered for this opportunity you will be able to demonstrate;

  • Relevant professional qualification or substantial experience in community relations, media, corporate communications, or marketing.
  • Current Class ‘C’ driver’s licence.
  • Strong interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to build positive relationships with stakeholders.
  • Proactive, adaptable, and solution-focused, able to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
  • Empathetic and approachable, with a genuine interest in engaging and understanding community needs.

Initially this role is until October 2026 however may have the potential for further extensions beyond this.

Apply Today:

If you are passionate about, community engagement and making a positive impact in the Ipswich community, we would love to hear from you. Please contact Kylie at Top Office Group 38122920 or email kylie@topoffice.com.au