Government / Local Government
Marketing & Communications
QLD Regional
Contract

Osborne Richardson is partnering with a regional council in Central Queensland to appoint a Manager Communications & Engagement. This is a senior contract role running until February 2027.

Reporting directly to the CEO, you’ll lead the council’s communications and community engagement functions. You’ll set the strategy and run consultation so that residents, community groups and stakeholders are informed, heard and involved in council decisions.

It’s a hands-on leadership role with real influence. You’ll advise the CEO and senior leadership, support the Mayor with briefings and media, and lead a small team across corporate, digital and internal communications.

Key Responsibilities
Develop, implement and evaluate council’s communications and community engagement strategies
Provide expert advice to the CEO and senior leadership, and communications support to the Mayor
Lead media relations, public information campaigns, reputation management and corporate brand
Oversee community consultation and stakeholder engagement, including Community Reference Groups
Oversee digital channels,



including the website, social media and online engagement platforms
Lead internal communications, including CEO messages and organisation-wide updates
Lead and develop the Communications & Engagement team

About You
Demonstrated experience leading communications, community engagement and stakeholder engagement functions
Solid knowledge of strategic communications, media relations and best-practice engagement frameworks such as IAP2
Proven people leadership and the ability to manage competing priorities
Confident advising and engaging with executives, elected members, government agencies and community groups
Tertiary qualifications in a relevant discipline and/or significant experience in a similar leadership role
Experience in local government or a similarly complex stakeholder setting, plus crisis or emergency communications, is highly regarded
Current Queensland C class driver’s licence

To apply , click Apply Now or contact Rebecca at Osborne Richardson on for a confidential discussion and the full position description.

📌 Manager Communications And Engagement Queensland
🏢 Osborne Richardson
📍 Queensland