Community Engagement Manager

Location: Melbourne, VIC

Sector: Independent School | Part Time or Full Time , Ongoing

About the School: This leading independent school in Melbourne is renowned for its strong academic outcomes, rich co‑curricular programs, and inclusive community culture. With a commitment to fostering meaningful connections between students, families, alumni, and the wider community, the school is seeking a dynamic and strategic Community Engagement Manager to join their team.

About the Role

Reporting to the Director of Advancement, the Community Engagement Manager will play a pivotal role in shaping and delivering the school’s community engagement strategy. This position is responsible for strengthening relationships across key stakeholder groups — including current families, alumni, donors, staff, and local partners — to build a thriving, connected, and engaged school community.

Key Responsibilities

- Developing and implementing engagement strategies that enhance the school’s presence and reputation both within and beyond the school gates.
- Planning and delivering a calendar of community, alumni, and stakeholder events.
- Overseeing community communications, including newsletters, digital platforms, and targeted campaigns.
- Building and maintaining strong alumni networks through programs, reunions,



and ongoing relationship management.
- Collaborating with internal teams to support enrolment growth, philanthropic initiatives, and brand positioning.
- Identifying opportunities to expand community partnerships and broaden the school’s reach.

About You

You are a relationship builder with exceptional communication and organisational skills. Strategic yet hands‑on, you thrive in a role that blends planning, execution, and stakeholder engagement. Ideally, you will bring:

- Experience in community engagement, marketing, advancement, or stakeholder relations (preferably in education, not‑for‑profit, or membership‑based organisations).
- Strong event management and campaign delivery skills.
- Excellent written and verbal communication abilities, with a flair for storytelling and community‑building.
- A collaborative mindset and the ability to work effectively across multiple teams and stakeholders.
- A passion for education and community life.

Why Join

- Be part of a values‑driven school with a strong sense of tradition and community.
- Play a key role in shaping the future of engagement and connection at a leading Melbourne school.
- Enjoy a supportive and professional working workplace with opportunities for growth.

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📌 Community Engagement Officer (Melbourne)
🏢 Cox Purtell Staffing Services
📍 Melbourne