Community Engagement Coordinator

Are you a natural connector with a passion for meaningful community involvement?

Warrnambool City Council is looking for a strategic thinker and skilled communicator to take the lead in delivering high-quality, inclusive engagement that puts the community at the centre of our decisions.

As our Community Engagement Coordinator, you’ll play a key role in delivering on some of Council’s most important strategies — helping to shape a healthy, connected and forward-thinking community.

About the Role
The Community Engagement Coordinator will provide leadership, project management, and engagement expertise to support major strategic initiatives such as the Council Plan, Municipal Public Health and Wellbeing Plan, and Community Engagement Policy.

They will drive the use of innovative engagement methods, including our online engagement platform — to maximise community participation and meaningful feedback.

Coordinate an organisation-wide approach to engagement, building strong internal relationships and growing capacity across departments, and work closely with the Communications team to co-create timely, accessible and creative communications that support community engagement activities.

About You
We are looking for someone who has:

· Relevant qualifications – in community engagement, development, or a related field.

· Extensive experience in planning and delivering engagement projects that inform, consult, involve, and empower communities.

· A collaborative mindset, with proven experience in building an organisation-wide culture of community engagement.

· Confidence in public settings, including presenting and liaising with stakeholders from all backgrounds.

· Strong organisational and time management skills, capable of handling multiple priorities simultaneously.

Why Join Us?

· Enjoy living in Warrnambool, a dynamic regional city with beautiful beaches, a strong sense of community, and a relaxed lifestyle.

· Join a passionate team that values relationships, open communication and shared goals.

· Grow your skills while working on diverse projects that are both challenging and rewarding.

Warrnambool City Council is proud to be an equal opportunity employer and encourages applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples and people from diverse backgrounds.

The Benefits
This is a permanent full-time position with a current starting annual salary of $101,648.89 per annum, plus superannuation.

Council also offers a range of other benefits for its employees, including:

Ongoing training and development

Discount to Council owned facilities

Paid parental leave

Employee Assistance Program

Long service leave (pro-rata) after 7 years

To Apply
To apply for this opportunity, please click ‘Apply Now’ above.

Questions
If after reading the position description you have further questions please contact Nick Higgins, Manager Engagement & Communication on 03 5559 4934 or [email protected]

Applications close: 5.00pm Sunday 3 August 2025

Please note, that all prospective Warrnambool City Council employees will be required to undertake a medical assessment. Council also completes a range of other pre-employment checks which include reference checks and a criminal history check.

About Warrnambool

Warrnambool a vibrant and dynamic municipality that is home to 35,500 people, is the regional centre of South West Victoria. Nestled by the beautiful Southern Ocean the city offers the successful candidate an outstanding lifestyle, services and facilities.

The city is about 250km west of Melbourne. You can take the Princes Highway or if you prefer the scenic route, Warrnambool is at the end of the world-renowned Great Ocean Road, home of the Twelve Apostles.

To view more about Warrnambool and what is has to offer, visit: https://www.warrnambool.com/