" \u003cdiv class=\"ja-job-details\"\u003e \u003ch2 class=\"title\"\u003eManager Communication \u0026amp; Engagement\u003c/h2\u003e \u003cdiv class=\"meta\"\u003e \u003cul class=\"classifications\"\u003e \u003cli data-id=\"21079\"\u003e Executive Management / Management \u003c/li\u003e \u003cli data-id=\"21080\"\u003e Manager \u003c/li\u003e \u003cli data-id=\"21081\"\u003e Central QLD \u003c/li\u003e \u003cli data-id=\"21082\"\u003e Contract or Temp \u003c/li\u003e \u003c/ul\u003e \u003cp class=\"date-posted\"\u003e 6/11/2026 \u003c/p\u003e \u003c/div\u003e \u003cul class=\"bullet-points\"\u003e \u003cli\u003eTemp full-time assignment through to February 2027\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eWork directly with the Chief Executive Officer and Mayor\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eLead strategic communications and community engagement\u003c/li\u003e \u003c/ul\u003e \u003cdiv class=\"description\"\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eLO-GO Appointments QLD\u003c/strong\u003e, \u003cem\u003ea niche Local Government recruitment agency,\u003c/em\u003e is currently assisting a Central Queensland Regional Council in the search for an experienced \u003cstrong\u003eManager Communications \u0026amp; Engagement\u003c/strong\u003e for a temporary full-time assignment.\u003cbr\u003e \u003cbr\u003e This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced Local Government communications professional with a strong background in strategic communications, community engagement and stakeholder relations.\u003cbr\u003e \u0026nbsp;\u0026nbsp;\u003cbr\u003e The position offers a broad leadership remit and will suit someone who can provide strategic direction, build productive relationships and ensure Council communicates effectively with its communities, stakeholders and workforce.\u003cbr\u003e \u0026nbsp;\u003cbr\u003e Reporting directly to the CEO, you will lead Council\u0027s Communications and Engagement function, providing strategic advice and overseeing corporate communications, media relations, community consultation, digital communications and internal engagement. You will also work closely with the Mayor, elected representatives and senior leadership to support consistent messaging, informed decision-making and positive community relationships.\u003cbr\u003e \u0026nbsp;\u0026nbsp;\u003cbr\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eASSIGNMENT DETAILS:\u003c/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e \u003cul\u003e \u003cli\u003eTemp assignment through to February 2027\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eASAP start\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eMonday to Friday, full-time hours between 8am and 5pm\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eCompetitive Hourly rate + Superannuation on offer\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eSelf-contained accommodation \u0026amp; reasonable travel expenses at beginning and end of assignment will be covered\u003c/li\u003e \u003c/ul\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eABOUT THE ROLE:\u003c/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e This role is responsible for:\u003cbr\u003e \u003cul\u003e \u003cli\u003eLeading Council\u0027s strategic communications and community engagement strategies\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eProviding communications and stakeholder engagement advice to the Chief Executive Officer and senior leadership team\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eSupporting the Mayor and elected representatives with media, briefing materials and key messaging\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eOverseeing community consultation, stakeholder engagement and Community Reference Group activities\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eManaging corporate communications, media relations, public information campaigns and reputation management\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eOverseeing corporate brand, website, social media and digital engagement activities\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eLeading internal communications and executive messaging\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eLeading, supporting and developing the Communications and Engagement team\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eMonitoring engagement outcomes and driving continuous improvement\u003c/li\u003e \u003c/ul\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eABOUT YOU:\u003c/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePrevious Local Government experience is mandatory\u003c/strong\u003e, along with demonstrated leadership across communications, community engagement and stakeholder relations. To be successful in this assignment, you will demonstrate:\u003cbr\u003e \u003cul\u003e \u003cli\u003ePrevious experience leading communications, community engagement and stakeholder relations functions\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eProven ability to develop and deliver strategic communications and engagement initiatives that achieve organisational and community outcomes\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eStrong knowledge of corporate communications, media relations, reputation management and community engagement principles\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eHighly developed communication, relationship-building and influencing skills, including the ability to work effectively with elected representatives, senior executives and diverse stakeholders\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eProven leadership and people management capability, with the ability to motivate and develop a team\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eStrong strategic thinking, analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to manage competing priorities\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eRelevant tertiary qualifications and/or significant experience in a similar leadership role\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eA minimum Queensland C class provisional driver\u0027s licence\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMust hold unrestricted working rights in Australia\u003c/strong\u003e\u003c/li\u003e \u003c/ul\u003e Experience in regional communities, crisis and emergency communications, digital engagement and reputation management will also be highly regarded.\u003cbr\u003e \u0026nbsp;\u0026nbsp;\u003cbr\u003e For a confidential discussion or to apply, please contact \u003cstrong\u003eLO-GO Appointments (QLD)\u003c/strong\u003e on (07) 5477 5433 or email \u003cstrong\u003ejeni@logoapp.com.au.\u003c/strong\u003e \u003c/div\u003e \u003cdiv class=\"apply\"\u003e \u003ca class=\"back-link\" href=\"#\" title=\"Back to search results\"\u003eBack to search results\u003c/a\u003e \u003cinput type=\"button\" class=\"ja-button\" data-job-id=\"2008485\" value=\"Apply Now\" title=\"Apply Now\" /\u003e \u003c/div\u003e \u003c/div\u003e "