Community Engagement Manager

University of Melbourne; City of Melbourne; On-site; AUD 111,275 - 120,453; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Salary packaging

Health and wellbeing programmes

Professional development opportunities

Job summary

A leading educational institution in Victoria is seeking a Community Engagement Manager for a full-time, fixed-term role. The successful candidate will manage community partnerships, coordinate events, and implement engagement plans with cultural sensitivity. Qualifications include relevant experience in service-oriented environments and excellent communication skills, alongside a commitment to inclusivity. This position offers a competitive salary with additional benefits like salary packaging and professional development opportunities.

Qualifications

• Experience in a large, complex service-oriented environment.
• Track record in negotiating community engagement initiatives.
• Ability to manage relationships with diverse community groups.

Responsibilities

• Assist in delivering community engagement events and programs.
• Coordinate community partnerships and manage strategic relationships.
• Create engaging content for communication channels.

Skills

Excellent written and oral communication skills

Experience developing community relationships

High-level organisational skills

Cultural sensitivity

Education

Degree in relevant field or equivalent experience

Job description

Community Engagement Manager – University of Melbourne

We invite applications for the Community Engagement Manager role (100% full‑time, fixed‑term for 3 years) at the University of Melbourne.

Base pay range: A$111,275.00/yr – A$120,453.00/yr.

Faculty: Faculty of Business & Economics
Department: Dilin Duwa Centre of Excellence for Indigenous Business Leadership

Position Details

• Seniority level: Mid‑Senior level
• Employment type: Full‑time
• Job function: Education
• Industries: Higher Education

Responsibilities

• Assist in the successful delivery of the centre’s community engagement events, programs and initiatives, providing administrative assistance and ensuring operational success and communication.
• Coordinate community partnerships, developing and managing strategic relationships, activities and events.
• Implement engagement plans aligned with Dilin Duwa’s strategy, managing risks and reporting outcomes.
• Allocate and manage resources effectively to support community programs, ensuring timely contractor payments.
• Create engaging content for various communication channels to showcase Dilin Duwa's work to internal and external stakeholders.
• Oversee a diverse portfolio of programs, including regional workshops (e.g. Alice Springs – Mparntwe, Shepparton – Kanny Goopna, Broome – Rubibi, Yarrabah) and any new programmes developed by the centre.

Qualifications

• Degree or relevant experience in a large, complex service‑oriented environment.
• Excellent written and oral communication skills.
• Experience developing and sustaining community relationships and partnerships.
• Track record in negotiating community engagement initiatives.
• High‑level organisational and time‑management skills.
• Cultural sensitivity and understanding when working with diverse community groups.

Benefits

• Salary packaging, health and wellbeing programmes, discounted services and professional development opportunities.

EEO & Indigenous Statement

Only Indigenous Australians are eligible to apply as this position is exempt under the Special Measure Provision, Section 12(1) of the Equal Opportunity Act 2011 (Vic).

Cultural leave: Indigenous staff members are entitled to up to five days non‑cumulative paid leave per calendar year for NAIDOC, community, cultural and ceremonial activities.

Indigenous Staff Support

• Indigenous Employment Plan 2023–2027 and Indigenous Employment Framework.
• Indigenous Staff Network (ISN) access for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander staff.
• Annual cultural events – Wominjeka, Narrm Oration, Reconciliation Week, Mabo Day, NAIDOC Week.
• Employee Assistance Programme and Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Support Line.

Reasonable Adjustments

We are committed to an inclusive recruitment process, offering reasonable adjustments. Contact Bec Tucker at 0478 269 660 or email hr‑[e-mail] with the subject "Reasonable Adjustments".

Working with Children Check

The successful candidate must maintain a Working with Children Check (WWCC). If not currently held, the candidate will be able to apply during onboarding.

Visa

Visa sponsorship is not available; the position requires current valid work rights for Australia.

Applications Close

16th January 2026 at 11:55 PM AEST (Melbourne time).

Position Description

Download the full Position Description: JR-004157 Community Engagement Manager_PD.pdf

Apply

Include:

• Resume
• Cover letter outlining your experience and suitability for the role.

Send your application to hr‑[e-mail]. Include the Position Number and Job Title in the subject, and do not share your application to this email address.

About the University

The University of Melbourne is consistently ranked among the world’s leading universities, with a commitment to research, teaching excellence and global engagement.