- Band 6: $108,362 to $118,115 per annum, inclusive of Superannuation
- Permanent, full-time opportunity with monthly RDO
- Enjoy a great work-life balance with flexible working/hybrid options available
Join Team Baw Baw as the organisation’s first dedicated Community Engagement Advisor by helping to shape meaningful connections between Council and the community.
As a Community Engagement Advisor, you will design and deliver engagement activities that encourage community participation, gather valuable feedback, and support inclusive decision-making across a range of Council projects and initiatives.
We are looking for a skilled communicator with experience in stakeholder engagement, community consultation or public participation.
About Baw Baw Shire Council
A Baw Baw Shire Council career goes beyond business as usual. You'll find exciting development pathways rich in opportunity. Our thriving and engaged culture-first workplace is built on the passion and talent of people who proudly deliver vital services and exciting projects to a community they care about.
Our organisation comprises of a multicultural workplace of around 400 full-time, part-time and casual employees, all benefiting from great flexibility, work/life sway, study support, health and wellbeing initiatives and ongoing learning and development programs.
At Baw Baw Shire Council, we invite our people to tackle projects that keep them inspired. We encourage the exploration of new ideas. We support the enhancement of building on current skills and developing new ones.
Located adjacent to Melbourne, Baw Baw Shire is one of Victoria's fastest growing municipalities with freeway and V/Line access into Melbourne's CBD and suburbs. This allows easy access to training, seminars and conferences in the city, without diminishing the direct impact that comes from working within a close-knit rural community.
To learn more visit www.bawbawshire.vic.gov.au
About the Role
Come and join our newly re-aligned Communications, Advocacy and Engagement team!
As Community Engagement Advisor, you will develop and manage community engagement strategies and initiatives to support the organisation’s objectives in line with the Council Plan, Community Engagement Policy and the Local Government Act 2020.
The Community Engagement Advisor will partner with cross-functional teams to ensure all community engagement efforts are effective, inclusive, and foster strong relationships with community stakeholders.
The role will manage Council’s online community engagement portal, Baw Baw Connect, and assist the organisation in delivering engagement activities to the wider community.
About the Successful Candidate
To be successful in this position, you will have:
- Tertiary qualifications in media, journalism, public relations, community engagement or marketing.
- iAP2 accreditation and proven evidence
- Experience in developing and implementing Engagement Plans.
- Demonstrated experience in establishing and nurturing partnerships with key stakeholders, both internal and external.
- Highly developed written and verbal communication skills.
- Minimum 3 years’ experience in fields of community engagement or communications.
- Excellent communication, relationship building skills and sound decision making.
Why you'll love working at Baw Baw Shire
We believe in fostering an inclusive workplace where everyone feels valued. We support diversity and encourage applications from persons of all backgrounds. Here are some reasons why you might love working with us:
- Hybrid work is the norm here at Baw Baw for roles that can support it.
- Flexible work options, Baw Baw is committed to work-life balance.
- Learning and development opportunities through professional development programs.
- Access to rostered day off every four weeks (when working full time.)
- Career development opportunities.
- Study/development assistance.
- Employee Assistance Programs (EAP.)
- A thriving Social Club.
- Close to Public transport.
- Ample free parking nearby.
Further Information and How To Apply
To apply, please review the position description and complete your application below including a current copy of your resume and a covering letter.
Applications close 5:00pm Sunday 5 July 2026 and must be submitted through the application form below.
Baw Baw Shire Council is an equal opportunity employer and works in the interest of the safety of children and young people. Our recruitment processes reflect this commitment.
