Stonnington City Centre, 311 Glenferrie Road, Malvern + Working from home
Communications,Corporate Strategy,Organisational Development & Recruitment
City of Stonnington is a child safe and equal opportunity employer committed to an equitable, diverse and socially inclusive work environment and a positive, barrier-free recruitment process. We actively encourage applicants from an Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander heritage, people living with disability, LGBTIQ+ and people from culturally diverse backgrounds to explore the opportunity of a career at the City of Stonnington.
Here at the City of Stonnington we aspire to be a leading local government authority and to do this we need the very best people who share our belief in community and who want to make a difference. We value everyone's contributions, lived experience and expertise. We provide an inclusive and respectful workplace culture where everyone is supported to thrive and be authentic. There is a variety of benefits available for our people have a look at “Why Stonnington”.
If you have any support or access requirements, or would like to speak to someone about employment or an alternative processes, please contact Council’s Talent Acquisition team on 8290 1333.
Please view the below documents for this position:
We have an exciting 12-month temporary opportunity to join our Engagement team as an Engagement Practitioner (parental leave cover). This role is your chance to contribute to meaningful projects and help shape how the City of Stonnington connects with its community.
Why you’ll love this role:
Be at the heart of delivering impactful community engagement initiatives.
Gain hands-on experience in planning, delivering, and evaluating engagement activities.
Work in a supportive, collaborative environment that values innovation.
Connect with diverse stakeholders and see your work make a real difference.
What you’ll be doing:
Lead engagement activities for key projects and strategic priorities.
Partner with Communications to create engaging, audience-focused content.
Coordinate seamless online and in-person events, from logistics to bookings.
Contribute to the development and rollout of Council’s engagement strategies.
Manage and maintain our Connect Stonnington online engagement portal.
Keep stakeholders informed with clear updates on engagement outcomes.
Produce detailed reports capturing successes and learnings.
Provide guidance to teams on embedding best-practice engagement.
Role details:
Temporary full-time (12 months)
Remuneration: $83,480 – $95,636 plus 12% superannuation and a monthly accrued day off (ADO)
Make your mark on projects that truly connect our community – apply now and be part of something meaningful.
Desired Skills and Experience
What you’ll need to thrive
Collaborative with a proven ability to drive successful engagement initiatives
Committed to continuous learning and professional growth
In-depth knowledge of engagement strategies and industry best practices
Exceptional communicator with strong attention to detail
Proficient in leveraging technology for impactful online engagement
Skilled in fostering relationships with diverse stakeholders
Confident in engaging with both internal and external partners
Results-driven team player focused on collective success
Relevant qualification in communications, social science, or related field
Desirable: IAP2 certification or equivalent experience
Enquiries
For enquiries relating to the role, please contact Fiona Symmons - Manager Customer Experience & Engagement - fsymmons@stonnington.vic.gov.au
For enquiries relating to the system and the application process, please contact a member of the Talent Acquisition team on 8290 1333. Submitting your application
Please use your cover letter to demonstrate to us that you have what is needed to thrive as noted in the position description and to tell us more about you and why you want this role.
