Senior Manager Communications and Engagement - Parental Leave Cover
1d ago , from Illawarra Mercury Job Board
Inner West Council (IWC) is among Sydney's larger local metropolitan local government councils looking after a community of 201,000 people living in some of the inner city's most vibrant, creative, liveable, and diverse suburbs. As we continue to deliver quality, innovative, and inclusive programs and services, we invite you to join in on our journey towards becoming the best council for our community.
The community is at the heart of IWC, and our values of
Integrity
,
Respect
,
Innovation
,
Compassion
and
Collaboration
are at the centre of everything that we do.
We offer flexible career life balance with hours that allow you to relax and recharge.
We offer a variety of flexible work arrangement options
(e.g. flexible schedule and working from home) where appropriate giving you even greater quality of work life balance.
Permanent employees benefit from our great value
gym membership from $*****/week
giving access to a vast network of gyms in Sydney.
About the role
The Senior Manager Communications and Engagement is responsible for the delivery of strategic communication and community engagement services and initiatives for Inner West Council. This role will ensure effective internal and external communication, foster positive relationships with residents, stakeholders, and community groups, and support the Council's efforts to engage the public in decision-making processes.
The Senior Manager will develop and manage comprehensive communication strategies that promote transparency, build trust, and inform the public about key projects, policies, and services.
The person will protect and advance the reputation of Council via proactive communication and expert issues management as well as building and maintaining strong relationships and advocates among key stakeholders including local businesses, community,



peak bodies and media.
Please read the Position Description to familiarise yourself with all the requirements and conditions of the role.
Remuneration
An annual Total Remuneration Package (TRP) range in recognition of:
Market relativity
Additional hours worked required to meet position requirements and performance expectations
Access to IWC motor vehicle lease back scheme for private use
The TRP includes the following components:
Base salary and superannuation (SCG) contribution (currently 11.5%), and may include:
market premium
cost of non-cash benefits
cost of fringe benefits tax (FBT)
Some of the required skills, experience and qualifications
Tertiary qualifications in community engagement, public policy, communications or other related social sciences discipline, or demonstrable equivalent industry experience as a senior leader
Significant experience in strategic communication, engagement public affairs and/or media in a large organisation, State of Federal Government at the Ministerial level or above.
Demonstrated experience liaising with mainstream media and success in placing stories with strong facilitation and presentation skills with experience leading public consultation, workshops and forums
Extensive experience in developing and delivering successful integrated corporate communication and advocacy strategies and leading customer-focused teams to achieve organisational goals




Extensive experience in crisis/ issues management with a proven ability to navigate complex and/or sensitive issues as well as build and maintain relationships and influence stakeholders
Current NSW Class C Driver's License
Enquiries
Rachael Durrant, Senior Manager Communications and Engagement on *********
Closing Date
Sunday 9 August ****, 11:30PM
Eligibility for employment/Pre employment Checks
Successful applicants must be eligible to work in Australia and agree to provide information for pre-employment checks as required for the position. This may include police records checks, certified copies of relevant qualifications, Driver's Licence and proof of work rights in Australia (please refer to the Position Description for the specific qualifications/requirements for the role). Copies of any sighted documents will be kept by IWC for its records as proof of verification.
For more information about work rights in Australia please visit the Department of Home Affairs website.
Reasonable Adjustment Assistance
IWC are intent on respecting the rights and improving opportunities for people with disability. Should you require adjustments or support for your application and throughout the recruitment process and beyond, please
Inner West Council is proud to be an inclusive and equitable employer
We welcome applicants from all backgrounds and experiences and are committed to reflecting the diversity of our community. We strongly encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, people with disability, culturally and linguistically diverse communities, LGBTQ+ people, veterans, young people, and mature age workers.
This commitment to diversity and inclusion is one of the many reasons we were named the **** AR Bluett Award Winner as the most progressive council in NSW. We're also proud recipients of the **** Australian Business Awards Employer of Choice and the **** NSW Local Government Excellence Award for Organisational Diversity and Inclusion.
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📌 Senior Manager Communications And Engagement - Parental Leave Cover (Sydney)
🏢 Inner West Council
📍 Sydney