Stakeholder & Community Engagement Manager

Stakeholder & Community Engagement Manager

Help shape Australia's clean energy future. Changing how we live today to help secure our future.

At Gentari, we're accelerating the transition to a cleaner, more sustainable energy future. As we continue to expand our renewable energy footprint across Australia, we're seeking an experienced Stakeholder & Community Engagement Manager to help build trusted relationships, strengthen communities, and support the delivery of impactful renewable energy projects.

If you're passionate about stakeholder engagement, community outcomes, and creating lasting social value, this is an opportunity to make a genuine difference.

The Opportunity

Reporting into the Stakeholder and Communications team, you will lead stakeholder, community, First Nations and government engagement initiatives across Gentari's Australian renewable energy portfolio.

You will play a critical role in building and maintaining social licence to operate, supporting project approvals, identifying stakeholder risks and opportunities, and delivering meaningful community engagement and investment programs.

This is a highly influential position where your ability to develop trust, navigate complex stakeholder environments, and communicate effectively will directly contribute to project success.

Key Responsibilities:

Stakeholder & Government Engagement

Develop and execute stakeholder engagement strategies across the project lifecycle.

Build trusted relationships with communities, landholders, First Nations groups, government agencies and regulators





Represent Gentari at community consultations, industry forums and stakeholder meetings

Provide strategic advice on stakeholder risks, issues and opportunities

Community Engagement & Social Impact

Deliver community consultation programs that support project development and approvals.

Lead community investment, sponsorship and partnership initiatives.

Develop programs that create meaningful and sustainable benefits for local communities.

Communications & Advocacy

Prepare stakeholder communications, presentations, briefing papers and engagement materials.

Support advocacy and industry engagement activities

Assist with issues management and stakeholder communication during sensitive situations.

Project & Regulatory Support

Partner closely with development, environmental and construction teams.

Support project approvals and environmental assessment processes.

Ensure stakeholder commitments and engagement obligations are tracked and delivered.

Manage coach and develop the Stakeholder & Community Engagement Analyst

About You:

We're looking for a relationship-focused professional who thrives in dynamic project environments and enjoys working with diverse stakeholder groups.

What you’ll bring:





Minimum 5-7+ years’ stakeholder engagement experience, ideally with experience in the renewable energy sector managing community engagement requirements.

Tertiary qualifications in communications/stakeholder engagement (desirable) and or journalism.

Certified professional qualifications/training in stakeholder engagement - IAP2 (desirable) or equivalent.

Planning and environmental impact assessment experience in the renewable energy sector.

Strong capability to relate to communities and develop collateral that presents information in digestible and easy to understand formats.

Experience managing community consultation and project approvals processes

Exceptional communication, relationship-building and influencing skills

Media training would be looked upon favourably but is not essential

Ability to work autonomously while collaborating with high-performing teams

Ability to travel both domestically and internationally as required

Australian Citizenship or Permanent Residency and a valid driver’s licence

Why Gentari?

Purpose-driven work supporting the energy transition

Flexible and empowering work setting

Chance to engage with diverse stakeholders and communities

Inclusive culture focused on growth, trust and collaboration

Join Us

At Gentari, we believe the transition to clean energy starts with people and communities.

If you're ready to help create positive community outcomes while supporting Australia's energy future, we'd love to hear from you.

Please note: Only shortlisted applicants will be contacted.

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📌 Stakeholder & Community Engagement Manager (New South Wales)
🏢 Gentari Solar Australia
📍 New South Wales