Advisor – Stakeholder Engagement

Eden Ritchie Recruitment are seeking an experienced AO5 Advisor – Stakeholder Engagement to support the delivery of key road infrastructure projects.

This role will provide strategic communications, community engagement and stakeholder management services, working closely with project managers, technical specialists and key stakeholders to support successful project outcomes.

Contract Length: 6 months with possible extension

Key Responsibilities

• Coordinate community and stakeholder engagement activities for road infrastructure projects.
• Develop and implement strategic communication and stakeholder engagement plans.
• Prepare media releases, ministerial briefings, newsletters, flyers, speech notes and other communication materials.
• Provide advice on media relations, issues management, crisis communications and stakeholder risks.
• Build and maintain relationships with community groups, government representatives and key stakeholders.
• Plan and coordinate community engagement events, project launches and media opportunities.
• Support project managers and technical teams with strategic communications advice.
• Ensure engagement activities comply with relevant policies, legislation and governance requirements.

To be successful in this role, you will demonstrate

• Previous Queensland Government experience is essential
• Strong experience in stakeholder engagement, community consultation or strategic communications.
• Excellent written communication skills, including preparing media materials, briefings and stakeholder correspondence.
• Proven ability to build relationships and manage challenging stakeholder interactions.
• Experience developing and delivering communication and engagement strategies.
• Strong organisational skills, sound judgement and the ability to work independently.
• Confidence advising senior stakeholders and managing sensitive or complex communication issues.

Highly Desirable

• Qualifications in communications, public relations, marketing or equivalent professional experience.
• Previous experience supporting major infrastructure or construction projects.
• IAP2 accreditation or equivalent community engagement training.
• Knowledge of the infrastructure planning and project delivery lifecycle.
• Social media competency and experience managing critical stakeholder conversations.

Mandatory Requirements

• Previous Queensland Government experience.
• Current Class C driver's licence and access to your own vehicle for site visits and meetings.
• Construction White Card or willingness to obtain one within six months.
• Ability to complete required pre-employment screening.
• Ability to provide appropriate personal protective equipment (PPE) for site visits, including safety boots, cotton long-sleeved shirt and trousers, and a hard hat with wide-brim attachment.

This is a fantastic opportunity to contribute to significant infrastructure projects, influence community engagement outcomes and work alongside experienced project professionals delivering improvements across SEQ region.

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