Overview
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 and Salary
Location:
City of Melville Civic Centre
Salary:
Level 7 $107,****** to $113,****** pro-rata p.a. + 12% Super
Employment Type:
Fixed Term Full Time - 2 Year Contract
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
Experience delivering community engagement programs in a complex or public-facing environment.
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.
Experience in local, state or federal government.




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.
Benefits and Belonging
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 ****.
Flexible working arrangements that help balance work and life.
Stay active with a free LeisureFit membership.
Free in office parking.
Birthday Leave – no work on your big day.
Access paid parental leave to support your family.
2 extra days of annual leave plus the option to purchase additional leave (up to 10 weeks off per year).
Generous superannuation co-contribution of up to 15.5%.
Salary packaging and novated leasing options.
Structured professional development and study assistance programs.
Wellbeing initiatives and Employee Assistance Programs.
Vibrant social club to connect outside of work.
The City of Melville celebrates diversity, inclusion and belonging. We welcome applications from individuals of all backgrounds, including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, people from culturally diverse backgrounds, and people living with disabilities.
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📌 Community Engagement Business Partner (Western Australia)
🏢 City of Melville
📍 Western Australia