Community Engagement Business Partner
The City is seeking a highly skilled Community Engagement Business Partner to deliver strategic engagement programs that strengthen community participation and support informed decision-making across the organisation
In this role, you will partner with business units to provide expert engagement advice, design fit-for-purpose engagement approaches aligned with the IAP2 framework, and deliver clear, evidence-based insights that support organisational and Council decision-making.
Location:
City of Melville Civic Centre
Salary:
Level 7 $107, ****** to $113,****** pro-rata p.a. + 12% Super
Employment Type:
Fixed Term Full Time
What You'll Be Doing
Providing strategic engagement advice to reduce community, political and reputational risk.
Designing and delivering engagement activities aligned with the IAP2 spectrum and principles.
Working collaboratively across the organisation to integrate engagement into projects, programs and service reviews.
Managing engagement budgets and ensuring value for money.
Analysing community feedback and developing reports that inform recommendations and decision-making.
Supporting the continuous improvement of engagement practices across the City
What We're Looking For
You will bring:
Experience delivering community engagement programs in a complex or public-facing workplace.
Strong knowledge and practical application of the IAP2 framework.
The ability to provide sound advice that considers political context, community expectations and organisational priorities.
Excellent stakeholder engagement, communication and influencing skills.
Experience analysing engagement outcomes and preparing reports for decision-makers.
Desirable
Experience in local, state or federal government.
IAP2 accreditation or equivalent qualification.
Experience supporting Council or executive decision-making through engagement reporting.
How to Apply
Apply online via the Apply button and provide a comprehensive resume and cover letter (no more than 2 pages)



demonstrating fulfilment of essential requirements outlined in the Position Description attached.
Closing Date: Friday, 31 July ****, *****PM AWST.
For further information about this position, please contact:
Rosslind Ellis, Manager Communications and Engagement on ************.
If you are interested in this exciting opportunity, we strongly advise you apply as soon as possible as the City reserves the right to close this advertisement before the closing date.
Why The City of Melville?
We are a welcoming and diverse community that enjoys a blend of retail and business precincts and an abundance of open spaces in a unique, natural landscape, along the shores of the beautiful Swan and Canning Rivers.
We are proud to be recognised as an Inclusive Employer ********* – a prestigious award that benchmarks workplace inclusion across various diversity areas. This recognition is the only one of its kind in Australia and highlights our commitment to fostering a workplace where diversity is celebrated, and inclusion thrives. In everything we do, we focus on our EPIC values of Excellence, Participation, Integrity and Caring and we aim to achieve an inclusive, vibrant, and sustainable future.
Why Belong?
Elevate your work experience with the City of Melville's benefits!
Join an award-winning, Inclusive Employer recognised for diversity, accessibility and welcoming workplaces
Enjoy annual salary increases of 4%, effective each year from 1 July **** to 1 July ****
Enjoy flexible working arrangements that help balance work and life
Stay active with a free LeisureFit membership
Save time and money with free on-site parking




Celebrate your special day with Birthday Leave – no work on your big day!
Access paid parental leave to support your family
Take more time to recharge with 2 extra days of annual leave plus the option to purchase additional leave (up to 10 weeks off per year)
Benefit from a generous superannuation co-contribution of up to 15.5%
Maximise your pay with salary packaging and novated leasing options
Grow your career with structured professional development and study assistance programs
Look after your wellbeing with wellness initiatives and Employee Assistance Programs
Connect outside of work with a vibrant social club
The City of Melville celebrates diversity, inclusion, and belonging. We welcome and strongly encourage applications from individuals of all backgrounds, including but not limited to Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, people from culturally diverse backgrounds, and people living with disabilities.
All candidates applying for a position where the use of 'plant and machinery' or driving a vehicle is an inherent requirement of the role and other 'high risk' facilities where public safety is at risk, will be required to pass a drug and alcohol test as part of a pre-employment medical.
We appreciate the interest from Recruitment Agencies in collaborating with us, however, at this time, the City of Melville is managing the recruitment process for this role. Please refrain from submitting candidate profiles to our team. Rest assured, should the need for external assistance arise in the future, we will not hesitate to reach out to recruitment agencies.
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