Transformational Program - Communications and Engagement Officer

Previous applicants need not apply

Blacktown City is a growing and thriving city, located halfway between Sydney City and the Blue Mountains. With 435,000 residents, we are the largest and most diverse city in NSW, spread across 54 suburbs. Blacktown City is vibrant, dynamic and multicultural, home to a large First Nations community, and more than 180 different birthplaces and languages.

With $22.6 billion regional economy, Blacktown City is also home to 30,000 businesses. Working at Blacktown City Council provides widespread, exciting professional opportunities. Our Council is leading the transformation of Blacktown City and Western Sydney. We are implementing a vision for a modern city, full of opportunity for our residents and businesses.

Our Council is led by highly skilled and experienced professionals, working with talented and  passionate teams across a diverse range of business units. We are delivering high quality, customer-focused services, experiences, and facilities, and leading a program of strategic planning, activity and investment.

Blacktown City Council strives to be an inclusive workplace for all people. We welcome applications from all ages and genders, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, people from culturally diverse backgrounds, the LGBTIQ+ community, veterans and people with disabilities.

About the Western Sydney Infrastructure Grants (WSIG) Program

Today we are delivering a suite of transformational infrastructure projects that will enhance the lives of our community, funded by the NSW Government Western Sydney Infrastructure Grants (WSIG) Program.

The Transformational Projects team is focused on delivering seven major projects as part of the WSIG program. This is an exciting time to join Council as we continue to deliver these once-in-a-lifetime projects and prepare our great city for the future.

For more information on the WSIG program, please visit our website.

About the opportunity

We are looking for a motivated individual to join our Transformational Projects team on a term contract, full-time basis for up to 12 months. 

Your key focus is working on the WSIG Transformational Projects. You will be responsible for the implementation and activation of all communications and engagement within Council, to the community and stakeholders on these important projects. 

The ideal candidate will lead, define and develop communication requirements for the Transformational Program unit and each of the WSIG projects. 

A sound knowledge of Blacktown City Council and our Western Sydney Infrastructure Grants program is highly desirable. Previous experience working in a government agency or similar organisation is favourable.

Qualifications and experience

Essential:

• Tertiary qualification (minimum diploma) in communications, public relations, journalism or marketing
• Solid experience in communications or relevant
• Current class C driver's licence.

Desirable:

• Previous experience in managing challenging stakeholder issues
• Experience working in a fast-paced environment delivering high-quality work to tight timeframes
• International Association of Public Participation (IAP2) or equivalent training in community engagement
• Knowledge of political sensitivity in representation of the program and projects to elected representatives and community. Local government or NSW government experience is highly desirable
• Experience working with Culturally and Linguistically Diverse communities.

Remuneration and benefits

The salary and conditions of employment are in accordance with Blacktown City Council’s Enterprise Agreement.

• Entry level for this position starts at $1,622.73 per week
• 35-hour working week 
• Opportunity to participate in Council's flextime arrangement
• Employee benefits such as leave entitlements (where applicable), 11.5% employer contribution payable to your nominated superannuation fund, Fitness Passport, gym membership discounts, and social clubs.

Our commitment to safety

Blacktown City Council is committed to safety. We have introduced alcohol and other drug testing at the pre-employment phase, and via a series of random and cause testing.

We are a child safe organisation that supports and promotes the safety, wellbeing and empowerment of children.

Position description 

Click here to view or download the position description.

  Apply now using our fast and easy-to-use online application process:

1. Have your resume and any other relevant documentation ready to attach. 
2. Have a personal email address ready to use and complete your application without 'logging out' of the system.
3. Review the questions and decide on your responses before commencing your application.
   
   Best of luck.

Closing date:           Friday 8 November 2024, 11.59 pm    

Contact officer:       Keiasha Naidoo on 0455 439 176 

Internal ref:              Term contract - 12 months