LO-GO Appointments QLD, a niche Local Government recruitment agency, is currently assisting a Central Queensland Regional Council in the search for an experiencedManager Communications & Engagementfor a temporary full-time assignment.
This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced Local Government communications professional with a strong background in strategic communications, community engagement and stakeholder relations.
The position offers a broad leadership remit and will suit someone who can provide strategic direction, build productive relationships and ensure Council communicates effectively with its communities, stakeholders and workforce.
Reporting directly to the CEO, you will lead Council's Communications and Engagement function, providing strategic advice and overseeing corporate communications, media relations, community consultation, digital communications and internal engagement.
You will also work closely with the Mayor, elected representatives and senior leadership to support consistent messaging, informed decision-making and positive community relationships.
ASSIGNMENT DETAILS:
Temp assignment through to February ****
ASAP start
Monday to Friday, full-time hours between 8am and 5pm
Competitive Hourly rate + Superannuation on offer
Self-contained accommodation & reasonable travel expenses at beginning and end of assignment will be covered
ABOUT THE ROLE:
This role is responsible for:
Leading Council's strategic communications and community engagement strategies
Providing communications and stakeholder engagement advice to the Chief Executive Officer and senior leadership team
Supporting the Mayor and elected representatives with media, briefing materials and key messaging
Overseeing community consultation,



stakeholder engagement and Community Reference Group activities
Managing corporate communications, media relations, public information campaigns and reputation management
Overseeing corporate brand, website, social media and digital engagement activities
Leading internal communications and executive messaging
Leading, supporting and developing the Communications and Engagement team
Monitoring engagement outcomes and driving continuous improvement
ABOUT YOU:
Previous Local Government experience is mandatory, along with demonstrated leadership across communications, community engagement and stakeholder relations.
To be successful in this assignment, you will demonstrate:
Previous experience leading communications, community engagement and stakeholder relations functions
Proven ability to develop and deliver strategic communications and engagement initiatives that achieve organisational and community outcomes
Strong knowledge of corporate communications, media relations, reputation management and community engagement principles
Highly developed communication, relationship-building and influencing skills, including the ability to work effectively with elected representatives, senior executives and diverse stakeholders
Proven leadership and people management capability, with the ability to motivate and develop a team
Robust strategic thinking, analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to manage competing priorities
Relevant tertiary qualifications and/or significant experience in a similar leadership role
A minimum Queensland C class provisional driver's licence
Must hold unrestricted working rights in Australia
Experience in regional communities, crisis and emergency communications, digital engagement and reputation management will also be highly regarded.
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