About Inner West Council

Inner West Council is among Sydney’s larger local government agencies looking after a vibrant community of 201,000 people living in some of the inner city’s most vibrant, creative, liveable and diverse suburbs.

As we continue to deliver quality, innovative and inclusive programs and services, we would love it if you can join in our journey towards becoming the best council for our community.

We are committed to the principles of Equal Employment Opportunity, WHS, sustainability, continuous improvement and business excellence. The community is at the heart of the organisation and Council puts its values of Integrity, Respect, Innovation, Compassion and Collaboration at the centre of everything that we do.  We are here to be of service to the community and make Inner West a great place to be. We expect commitment to these values from all employees in performing their respective roles.

We offer flexible career life balance with hours that allow you to relax and recharge. We offer a variety of flexible work arrangement options (e.g. flexible hours and working from home) where appropriate giving you even greater quality of work life balance.

Permanent employees benefit from our great value gym membership from $16.60/week giving access to a vast network of gyms in Sydney.

About the role

The Senior Communications & Stakeholder Engagement Officer reports to and works closely with the PRCG Coordinator to undertake the outward-facing work that will build the reputation of the PRCG as a highly successful partnership focused on urban rivers. Within the Inner West Council host organisation, the role will work closely with the Senior Manager Environment and Sustainability and Manager Parks Planning and Ecology, as well working directly with business partners at member Councils and agencies such as Sydney Water, to promote the PRCG strategic plan and vision for the Parramatta River. The successful candidate will play be responsible for helping lead develop and manage the delivery of stakeholder engagement and communication strategies and initiatives that promote the PRCG, strengthen stakeholder relationships, and foster community awareness and involvement in PRCG strategies, plans and projects.

The PRCG is a regional collaboration of local councils, NSW government agencies, businesses, environmental groups and individuals working together voluntarily and cooperatively to improve the health of the Parramatta River and its catchment. This collaborative approach is essential for the sustainable management of the River and its catchment. Working together on regional environmental and catchment issues leads to cost efficiencies through shared resources such as staff time and technical expertise, establishes a stronger basis for funding applications, harnesses a powerful collective voice and supports local councils and in meeting their obligations to meet state-wide targets and strategic plans.

Please read the Position Description to familiarise yourself with all the requirements and conditions of the role. 

Fixed term contract up to 30 June 2029.

Remuneration

$98,542.08 to $110,097.00 (pro-rata based on between 21 to 28 hours per week) + Superannuation

Some of the required skills, experience and qualifications 

1. Qualifications in Communications/ Media, Community Engagement, Environmental Management, Planning, Environmental Science or another relevant field of study and substantial relevant training and experience
2. Demonstrated ability to develop and implement effective stakeholder engagement strategies and plans that clarify roles and responsibilities, streamline reporting and communications, and strengthen stakeholder relations
3. Demonstrated ability to develop and implement effective communications and media strategies and plans that enhance the positive profile of an organisation and increase public understanding of and support for its projects, events, and activities
4. Demonstrated experience managing social media accounts, websites, and other digital communication platforms.

Enquiries

Luke Murtas, Senior Manager Environment and Sustainability on 9392 5202

Closing Date

Sunday 9 June 2024, 11:30PM

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How to Apply

We recommend you read the Position Description for the role to make sure your application addresses the requirements of the position. Council is an equal opportunity employer and welcomes all applicants. Please advise us within the application if you need support, reasonable adjustments to participate successfully in the recruitment process.

All new workers must be and remain fully vaccinated against COVID-19 prior to beginning their work or hold a valid medical contraindication.

Eligibility for employment/Pre employment Checks

Successful applicants must be eligible to work in Australia and agree to provide information for pre-employment checks as required for the position. This may include police records checks, certified copies of relevant qualifications, Driver’s Licence and proof of work rights in Australia (please refer to the Position Description for the specific qualifications/requirements for the role).  Copies of any sighted documents will be kept by IWC for its records as proof of verification.

For more information about work rights in Australia please visit the Department of Home Affairs website.

Inner West Council is a Diversity employer. We encourage applications from all candidates.

Council is committed to reconciliation and strongly encourages Aboriginal & Torres Strait Islander people, people with disability, people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds and mature aged workers to apply.