Community Activation Lead: Events & Engagement

Jobs in Council; Western Downs Regional; On-site; AUD 70,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible work arrangements

12% superannuation

Skills development & mentorship

Corporate Health Plan

Health & wellbeing program

Employee Assistance Program

Salary packaging

Relocation assistance up to $5,000

Uniforms and PPE

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Job summary

Western Downs Regional Council is seeking a Community Activation Officer to plan, coordinate, and deliver a range of community programs, events, and initiatives across the region, enhancing connection and liveability. Working with the Community Activation & Events Coordinator, you will engage with community groups, stakeholders, and residents to inspire participation.

You will lead event teams, manage budgets, explore funding opportunities, and contribute to a vibrant, connected community

Qualifications

• Experience in planning and delivering community events and activation programs.
• Ability to build strong relationships with stakeholders and community groups.
• Excellent communication, organisational, and administrative skills.
• Capable of managing multiple projects and priorities.
• Experience leading event teams.
• Experience managing event budgets.
• Sound judgement and passion for creating vibrant and connected communities.

Responsibilities

• Plan, coordinate, and deliver community programs, events, and initiatives.
• Engage with community groups, stakeholders, and residents.
• Develop and deliver initiatives that inspire participation and foster community connection.
• Lead event teams.
• Manage event budgets.
• Support community engagement initiatives.
• Identify funding opportunities.

Skills

Event planning

Stakeholder engagement

Communication skills

Organisational skills

Project management

Budget management

Team leadership

Community engagement

Job description

Western Downs Regional Council is seeking a Community Activation Officer to plan, coordinate, and deliver a range of community programs, events, and initiatives across the region, enhancing connection and liveability. Working with the Community Activation & Events Coordinator, you will engage with community groups, stakeholders, and residents to inspire participation.

You will lead event teams, manage budgets, explore funding opportunities, and contribute to a vibrant, connected community