Lead the Conversation. Shape the Future.

Community Engagement Advisor

Permanent Full-Time | Wangaratta, VIC | $88,121 per annum + super

Are you passionate about creating meaningful connections between community and council? Do you thrive on bringing people together, sparking dialogue, and turning engagement into action? This is your chance to lead innovative, people-first initiatives that truly make a difference.

The Rural City of Wangaratta is seeking a an experienced Community Engagement Advisor to lead engagement initiatives that build trust, strengthen relationships, and enhance community participation. Working within the Marketing & Communication team, you'll provide advice and deliver innovative engagement strategies aligned with the Local Government Act 2020 and deliberative engagement principles. You will be responsible for developing frameworks, tools, and training, as well as supporting teams in their community engagement efforts. With at least five years of experience in community engagement and a strong understanding of the IAP2 spectrum, you will bring creativity, collaboration, and strategic thinking to a role that directly influences the future of our region.

Why This Role?

This is not just a council job — it’s a genuine opportunity to lead bold conversations and drive impactful change. You'll work across departments, collaborate with passionate stakeholders, and empower the community to have a voice in decisions that shape their lives. If you're ready to take your expertise to the next level, we want to hear from you.

Why Work for Rural City of Wangaratta?

Joining our team comes with a variety of exciting benefits, including:

Inclusive, supportive, and nurturing work environment

Ongoing training and professional development opportunities to help you achieve your career goals

Corporate benefits, including flu injections and reduced gym memberships

Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for mental health and wellbeing support

Paid Parental Leave

Option to purchase additional annual leave for permanent full-time and part-time employees

Further enquiries about this position should be directed to Felicity Bate - Marketing and Communications Lead on [email protected].

Applications close Monday, 28 August 2025 at 3pm, although the right candidate may be appointed earlier.

Rural City of Wangaratta is a child safe and equal opportunity employer. Employment applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples and people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds are encouraged. In addition, applications for positions that work with children must provide referees who can comment on their experience working with children. These roles also require a valid Working with Children Check and all roles require a National Criminal History Check.

When submitting your application, you will need to include:

Your current contact details;

A cover letter to your application. This document is an introduction to your application and will generally include an outline as to why you have applied for the role;

A current resume with a minimum of two current referees;

A letter stating how you meet the key selection criteria, providing evidence that clearly demonstrates what you have achieved in relation to the position. It is helpful to use each selection criteria as a heading and then explain how your skills and experience meet that criterion; and

Copies of any relevant qualifications or licence.