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OverviewLocation: Wollongong, New South WalesEmployment: Full-time, PermanentAbout Wollongong City CouncilWe continuously strive to create an Extraordinary Wollongong. We focus on the delivery of exceptional services, infrastructure and facilities for our community. Wollongong is a great place to work, live and play. Our responsibility is to create an inclusive community where everyone is welcome, valued and belongs. We lead with courage, openness and curiosity and believe our employees are the key to our success.The OpportunityAre you passionate about community engagement and strategic communications? Do you thrive in leadership roles and enjoy making a tangible impact in your city?Lead Community Engagement That Makes a Difference! Step into a pivotal leadership role as our Community Engagement Coordinator, where you''''ll guide a passionate team and shape meaningful connections between Council and the community. Your strategic insight and collaborative spirit will help deliver engagement outcomes that reflect the values and aspirations of Wollongong, supporting infrastructure and service delivery projects, and contributing to the city''''s social and cultural development.This is a Permanent full-time role, salary from $109,530.17 up to $130,956.20 per annum plus superannuation (salary package will be assessed based on skills, experience and qualifications). This role may require manual handling activities, and you may be required to work additional hours on weekends and evenings. Applicants should be suitably fit to undertake the duties as outlined in the job description.Under Part 2, Section 6 of the Child Protection (Working With Children) Act 2012, this position has been designated as requiring a paid Working With Children Check.How You''''ll Make a DifferenceLead the development and implementation of innovative engagement strategies across Council projects and programs.Provide expert advice and support to all levels of management on communications and engagement.Build strong relationships with internal and external stakeholders to foster inclusive and effective engagement.Manage multiple projects using sound project management methodology to deliver outcomes aligned with Council''''s Corporate and Business Plans.Oversee contracts, budgets, and resources to ensure efficient and sustainable service delivery.Promote Council''''s values of Respect, Integrity, OneTeam, Sustainability, and Courage in all aspects of your work.Find Out More About What We Do HereWollongong city council Aboriginal Engagement FrameworkCommunity-Engagement-Strategy-2024.pdfAbout YouYou''''re a strategic thinker and a natural collaborator, passionate about creating meaningful connections between Council and the community. You bring:A relevant degree (e.g., Communications, Public Relations, Social Sciences, or a related field)Strong leadership capabilities, with a track record of inspiring and developing high-performing teams.Proven experience in designing and delivering major community engagement strategies and conducting social research.Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to influence, resolve conflict, and build trust across diverse groups.Expertise in strategic planning, project management, and financial oversight.A deep commitment to community development, access and equity.Advanced data analysis and report writing skills to inform decision-making and engagement outcomes.A current NSW Working with Children Check (or willingness to obtain).The physical capability to undertake manual tasks as required.Why you''''ll love working at Wollongong City CouncilTrue work-life balance: We offer flexible options, hybrid work, flexible time, and rostered days off.Great working conditions: A 35-hour work week or a 9-day fortnight with an RDO.Career growth and recognition: Development programs, study assistance, and leadership opportunities.Generous leave provisions: Five weeks of annual leave (pro rata) and long service leave after five years.Health, safety and wellbeing: Programs to support mental, physical and social wellbeing, including an Employee Assistance Program, health checks, vaccinations, and gym discounts.A vibrant social culture: Monthly activities, annual trivia night, and Christmas events.Participate and engage in meaningful work, and contribute to our extraordinary community, where together we make a difference.For more information, click on Apply to be redirected to Wollongong City Council''''s job vacancy page. Applications close 11:59pm, Monday 10 November 2025.Internally this position is known as Engagement Coordinator. We invite everyone to apply no matter your identity. We encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, CALD communities, people with disability and veterans. Wollongong Council adheres to the principles of a child safe organisation and is committed to the care and protection of all children and young people in the community.Applicants are required to undergo screening including Reference, Identity and Medical History Checks, and may include a Nationally Coordinated Criminal History Check and Working with Children Check. Employment is subject to clearance of all these checks.Apply for this role #J-18808-Ljbffr