We are seeking a dynamic and achievement-oriented Community Engagement Officer for a short-term opportunity to lead community engagement activities in collaboration with Coordinators and Project Managers, and other members of our Community Consultation and Engagement Team. About The Role:As a Community Engagement Officer, you’ll support the design and delivery of community engagement and consultation activities across a range of Council projects and services.You’ll work closely with staff across the organisation, Elected Members and key stakeholders to ensure our community is informed, included and heard. This includes preparing communication materials, updating engagement platforms, coordinating meetings and contributing to a consistent and positive customer experience.You’ll be part of a collaborative team that’s passionate about creating meaningful connections and delivering great outcomes for our community. About You: You’re someone who thrives on variety, values great teamwork and is passionate about community engagement. In this role, you’ll take the lead in designing, delivering, and managing community consultation and engagement activities, ensuring every project is delivered to a high standard and within agreed timeframes.You’ll bring:Experience in engagement, consultation, communications, social planning or administration, ideally within local government or a similar environment.A relevant qualification such as IAP2 (or equivalent) and/or demonstrated experience delivering engagement activities.Confidence in leading consultation and engagement activities and working effectively across teams.Skill in building strong relationships with colleagues, Elected Members, stakeholders and the community.A proactive and organised approach, with the ability to manage competing priorities while maintaining strong attention to detail.Clear and confident communication skills, with the ability to engage diverse audiences using tact, diplomacy and care.Strong digital capability and the ability to present information clearly and simply. A continuous improvement mindset, always looking for opportunities to enhance processes and the overall experience for others. About Our Organisation: The City of Charles Sturt is a vibrant community home to around 130,000 people across 105 different cultures. We champion unity in diversity and strive to reflect our community within our workforce, wherever you are from, you are home in the City of Charles Sturt. We prioritise customer and employee experience and a supportive environment where everyone belongs. With over 500 employees, our people and our community "Means the World" to us which highlights the importance of our places, our people and our service to the community. We work flexibly and support one another. Visit our careers page to explore the benefits of joining our team and talk to us about what flexibility works for you. About Our Team:The Community Engagement team ensures the voice of our community are heard through the beginning, middle and end of key projects. The team monitor feedback through the online YourSay platform and other channels, allowing residents and visitors to have their say on what matters most.   The Detail: The position is offered on a short-term full-time, fixed term contract, concluding on 29 May 2026, and is classified at Level 6, with a starting salary of $111,989 per annum + Super + Annual Leave Loading. Part-time arrangements will be considered. If you’re ready to make a meaningful difference and lead consultation and engagement efforts from end to end, we encourage you to apply. Click ‘Apply for this job’ to submit your application for this vacancy by 9.00am, Friday, 23 January 2026. For further information about this vacancy, please view the attached position description.  Enquiries about this position may be made to the following: Georgina House - Community Engagement Coordinatorghouse@charlessturt.sa.gov.au08 8408 1364 Position Description - Community Engagement Officer AUD Woodville 5011

Community Engagement Officer

We are seeking a dynamic and achievement-oriented Community Engagement Officer for a short-term opportunity to lead community engagement activities in collaboration with Coordinators and Project Managers, and other members of our Community Consultation and Engagement Team. 

About The Role:

As a Community Engagement Officer, you’ll support the design and delivery of community engagement and consultation activities across a range of Council projects and services.

You’ll work closely with staff across the organisation, Elected Members and key stakeholders to ensure our community is informed, included and heard. This includes preparing communication materials, updating engagement platforms, coordinating meetings and contributing to a consistent and positive customer experience.

You’ll be part of a collaborative team that’s passionate about creating meaningful connections and delivering great outcomes for our community. 

About You:

You’re someone who thrives on variety, values great teamwork and is passionate about community engagement. In this role, you’ll take the lead in designing, delivering, and managing community consultation and engagement activities, ensuring every project is delivered to a high standard and within agreed timeframes.

You’ll bring:

  • Experience in engagement, consultation, communications, social planning or administration, ideally within local government or a similar environment.
  • A relevant qualification such as IAP2 (or equivalent) and/or demonstrated experience delivering engagement activities.
  • Confidence in leading consultation and engagement activities and working effectively across teams.
  • Skill in building strong relationships with colleagues, Elected Members, stakeholders and the community.
  • A proactive and organised approach, with the ability to manage competing priorities while maintaining strong attention to detail.
  • Clear and confident communication skills, with the ability to engage diverse audiences using tact, diplomacy and care.
  • Strong digital capability and the ability to present information clearly and simply.

 

A continuous improvement mindset, always looking for opportunities to enhance processes and the overall experience for others. 

About Our Organisation:

The City of Charles Sturt is a vibrant community home to around 130,000 people across 105 different cultures. We champion unity in diversity and strive to reflect our community within our workforce, wherever you are from, you are home in the City of Charles Sturt. 

We prioritise customer and employee experience and a supportive environment where everyone belongs. With over 500 employees, our people and our community "Means the World" to us which highlights the importance of our places, our people and our service to the community. 

We work flexibly and support one another. Visit our careers page to explore the benefits of joining our team and talk to us about what flexibility works for you. 

About Our Team:

The Community Engagement team ensures the voice of our community are heard through the beginning, middle and end of key projects. The team monitor feedback through the online YourSay platform and other channels, allowing residents and visitors to have their say on what matters most.   

The Detail:

The position is offered on a short-term full-time, fixed term contract, concluding on 29 May 2026, and is classified at Level 6, with a starting salary of $111,989 per annum + Super + Annual Leave Loading. 

Part-time arrangements will be considered. If you’re ready to make a meaningful difference and lead consultation and engagement efforts from end to end, we encourage you to apply. 

Click ‘Apply for this job’ to submit your application for this vacancy by 9.00am, Friday, 23 January 2026. 

For further information about this vacancy, please view the attached position description.  

Enquiries about this position may be made to the following: 

Georgina House - Community Engagement Coordinator

ghouse@charlessturt.sa.gov.au

08 8408 1364

 

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  • Posted Date 16 Jan 2026
  • Location Woodville
    SA / Australia
  • Industry Consulting & Strategy
  • Job Type Contract/Temp
  • Salary Not provided