ROLE DETAILS
Salary: $140,000 Package
Location: Sydney
Permanent opportunity
WFH arrangements: 3 days in the Office, 2 days wfh
Reporting to the Associate Director, External Affairs & Industry Engagement
No direct reports
ABOUT THE COMPANY
Join a purpose-led Australian organisation working at the intersection of government, industry and community to deliver meaningful outcomes nationwide.
With a strong focus on collaboration, integrity and excellence, this organisation brings together partners and stakeholders to support significant programs and initiatives.
You'll be part of a professional, inclusive setting where strong relationships and quality outcomes are genuinely valued.
ABOUT THE ROLE
This is a high-impact coordination role supporting strategic engagement across government, industry and key partners.
You'll manage external engagement opportunities, executive preparedness, stakeholder activity and major project milestones, working closely with senior leaders and diverse stakeholders.
From briefing materials and speaking points to events and announcements, you'll ensure every engagement is polished, purposeful and aligned.
DUTIES
Lead stakeholder engagement planning aligned with organisational priorities and engagement strategies
Identify opportunities to strengthen engagement with government, industry, sector organisations and delivery partners
Coordinate ministerial, executive and stakeholder engagements, including site visits, roundtables, speaking opportunities and events
Prepare high-quality briefing notes, speaking points, presentations, briefing packs and supporting collateral
Manage approvals, protocols, risks and dependencies across external engagement activity
Coordinate stakeholders and internal teams around key project milestones, announcements and engagement opportunities




Drive consistent implementation of brand and engagement guidelines across stakeholder-facing activity
Build understanding and adoption of brand guidelines through practical advice, tools and support
Track engagement outcomes, commitments and follow-up actions to ensure appropriate progression
Maintain oversight of upcoming milestones and proactively escalate risks, sensitivities and approval issues
Collaborate across teams to ensure stakeholder activity, communications and brand outputs are coordinated and consistent
Provide regular updates and advice on engagement activity, event delivery, approvals, risks and emerging priorities
SKILLS & EXPERIENCE
Minimum 5 years' experience in stakeholder coordination, external affairs, communications, executive engagement or a related role
Experience within a government or corporate environment highly regarded
Relevant tertiary qualification in communications, business, public administration, events management or a related discipline, or equivalent professional experience
Demonstrated experience supporting stakeholder engagement, external engagements, industry forums or events
Exceptional organisation and time management skills, with confidence managing competing priorities and changing requirements
Strong written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to prepare polished executive-level materials
Excellent attention to detail and strong logistical coordination capability




Proven ability to build productive relationships with senior internal and external stakeholders
Proficiency across Microsoft Word, PowerPoint and Outlook
A collaborative approach with the ability to identify, manage and escalate risks appropriately.
BENEFITS
Competitive $140,400 remuneration package
Hybrid working with WFH flexibility
High-profile events and stakeholder exposure
$500 annual wellbeing benefit following probation
Three gifted leave days during the Christmas/New Year shutdown
Ability to purchase additional annual leave and swap public holidays
Five days of special leave annually, subject to relevant criteria
EAP, income protection and paid parental leave benefits subject to eligibility
Wide-ranging, visible work in a growing and collaborative team
OUR RECRUITMENT PROCESS
At Lotus People, we are committed to fostering diversity, equity and inclusion.
We encourage applicants from all backgrounds to apply and will ensure a fair and equitable recruitment process.
Every application we receive is reviewed by a real person, never by AI.
If your experience aligns with the requirements of the role, a consultant will be in touch within 2-3 business days for an initial phone screen.
Shortlisted candidates will then proceed to a virtual interview with the consultant managing the role.
Due to the volume of applications and the specific nature of our briefs, we are unable to take phone enquiries about roles before an application is submitted.
We ask that all interested candidates please apply online and wait to hear from us.
Rest assured, we respond to every applicant, regardless of the outcome, so you will not be left wondering.
Lotus People are proud to have been awarded Best Agency for Candidate Experience for five consecutive years.
We look forward to providing you with a positive and respectful experience.

📌 Manager Stakeholder Engagement & Communications (New South Wales)
🏢 lotuspeople.com.au
📍 New South Wales