At a Glance
- Tasks: Lead community engagement initiatives and strengthen relationships within the Yass Valley.
- Company: Yass Valley Council, dedicated to making a lasting impact on the community.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, flexible working arrangements, and professional development opportunities.
- Other info: Join a collaborative environment with a strong sense of community and exciting future.
- Why this job: Shape community engagement strategies and inspire a passionate team for meaningful outcomes.
- Qualifications: Experience in community engagement, local government, or related fields.
The predicted salary is between 82800 - 101200 $ per year.
Location: Yass, NSW
Job Type: Full Time – Term Contract Until January 2028
Job Category: Community & Engagement
Salary Range: An attractive total reward package awaits the right candidate
Closing Date: 8.11.26
Lead meaningful community engagement. Strengthen relationships. Make a lasting difference. Imagine a role where your work strengthens communities, shapes important conversations, promotes a thriving region and leaves a lasting impact on thousands of people. At Yass Valley Council, we're looking for an outstanding leader to guide our Community & Engagement team through an exciting period of growth and opportunity. This fixed-term maternity leave opportunity until January 2028 is ideal for someone who wants to make their mark, lead a high-performing team and help drive meaningful outcomes for the community we serve.
We're not looking for someone to simply fill a role. We're looking for someone who will embrace it, elevate it and make it their own. Yass Valley Council is seeking an experienced and innovative Manager Community and Engagement. This is an exciting opportunity to shape how Council listens to, connects with and responds to its community, ensuring community voices inform decisions, policies, strategies and service delivery.
Working as part of Council’s leadership team, you will provide strategic direction, inspire a high-performing team and champion best-practice engagement that builds trust, strengthens relationships and delivers positive outcomes for our diverse community.
Why this role?
- Lead the development and implementation of Council’s community engagement and participation strategies, ensuring engagement is purposeful, accessible, inclusive and aligned with Council’s strategic priorities.
- Lead a portfolio that directly influences community outcomes.
- Shape how Council engages and communicates with residents, businesses and visitors.
- Inspire and mentor a talented, passionate and community-focused team.
- Drive innovative engagement and communication strategies.
- Champion the visitor economy and help showcase the best of Yass Valley.
- Work alongside senior leaders, councillors, community groups and industry stakeholders.
- Leave a lasting legacy through meaningful projects and partnerships.
About you
You are a collaborative and authentic leader who thrives on building relationships, bringing people together and creating positive outcomes. You are equally comfortable developing strategy, leading teams, managing complex stakeholder relationships and delivering results. You may come from a background in local government, communications, community engagement, tourism, destination marketing, public affairs or a related field.
Most importantly, you are someone who:
- Leads with vision, enthusiasm and integrity.
- Builds trust and credibility with a wide range of stakeholders.
- Encourages innovation and continuous improvement.
- Develops and empowers high-performing teams.
- Understands the value of genuine community engagement.
- Brings energy, initiative and fresh thinking to every challenge.
Why join us?
Located on Canberra's doorstep, Yass Valley offers an enviable lifestyle, a strong sense of community and an exciting future. With growing townships, a thriving visitor economy, rich heritage and stunning rural landscapes, Yass Valley is a place where people are passionate about their community and invested in its future. This role offers the opportunity to be part of that journey.
We offer:
- The opportunity to shape Council’s approach to community engagement and participation.
- A collaborative and supportive leadership environment.
- Meaningful work that contributes to local community wellbeing and long-term outcomes.
- Professional development and opportunities to grow your leadership capability.
- Flexible working arrangements, subject to operational requirements.
- A competitive remuneration package and access to applicable council employment benefits.
Eligibility Requirements
To apply for this position, applicants must have the right to work in Australia and pass relevant pre-employment checks. Yass Valley Council is an Equal Employment Opportunity, welcoming applicants from all backgrounds and communities. Council also recognises the skills and attributes of veterans and welcomes applications from ex-service personnel.
The Welcome Experience
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Manager Community & Engagement employer: Yass Valley Council
Yass Valley Council is an exceptional employer, offering a unique opportunity to lead and shape a new business unit in a vibrant community. With a focus on sustainable growth and a supportive work culture, employees benefit from competitive salaries, performance bonuses, and relocation packages, all while enjoying the stunning natural beauty of the Yass region. This role not only allows for professional development and leadership but also ensures that your contributions have a direct impact on the community and its future.
