Community Engagement Officer

Cox Purtell Staffing Services; Melbourne; Presencial; AUD 80.000 - 100.000; Jornada completa

Ventajas ofrecidas por este puesto de trabajo

Supportive and professional working environment

Opportunities for growth

Values-driven culture

Descripción de la vacante

A prestigious independent school in Melbourne is seeking a Community Engagement Manager to enhance community relations and develop engagement strategies. The role involves planning events, overseeing communications, and building alumni networks. The ideal candidate will have experience in community engagement and excellent communication skills, all within a supportive and values-driven environment.

Formación

• Experience in community engagement, marketing, advancement, or stakeholder relations.
• Strong event management and campaign delivery skills.
• Excellent written and verbal communication abilities.
• Ability to work effectively across multiple teams and stakeholders.
• A passion for education and community life.

Responsabilidades

• Develop and implement engagement strategies.
• Plan and deliver community and stakeholder events.
• Oversee community communications.
• Build and maintain strong alumni networks.
• Support enrolment growth and philanthropic initiatives.
• Identify opportunities for community partnerships.

Conocimientos

Experience in community engagement

Event management skills

Excellent written and verbal communication

Collaborative mindset

Passion for education

Descripción del empleo

Community Engagement Manager

Location: Melbourne, VIC

Sector: Independent School | Part Time or Full Time , Ongoing

About the School: This leading independent school in Melbourne is renowned for its strong academic outcomes, rich co‑curricular programs, and inclusive community culture. With a commitment to fostering meaningful connections between students, families, alumni, and the wider community, the school is seeking a dynamic and strategic Community Engagement Manager to join their team.

About the Role

Reporting to the Director of Advancement, the Community Engagement Manager will play a pivotal role in shaping and delivering the school’s community engagement strategy. This position is responsible for strengthening relationships across key stakeholder groups — including current families, alumni, donors, staff, and local partners — to build a thriving, connected, and engaged school community.

Key Responsibilities

• Developing and implementing engagement strategies that enhance the school’s presence and reputation both within and beyond the school gates.
• Planning and delivering a calendar of community, alumni, and stakeholder events.
• Overseeing community communications, including newsletters, digital platforms, and targeted campaigns.
• Building and maintaining strong alumni networks through programs, reunions, and ongoing relationship management.
• Collaborating with internal teams to support enrolment growth, philanthropic initiatives, and brand positioning.
• Identifying opportunities to expand community partnerships and broaden the school’s reach.

About You

You are a relationship builder with exceptional communication and organisational skills. Strategic yet hands‑on, you thrive in a role that blends planning, execution, and stakeholder engagement. Ideally, you will bring:

• Experience in community engagement, marketing, advancement, or stakeholder relations (preferably in education, not‑for‑profit, or membership‑based organisations).
• Strong event management and campaign delivery skills.
• Excellent written and verbal communication abilities, with a flair for storytelling and community‑building.
• A collaborative mindset and the ability to work effectively across multiple teams and stakeholders.
• A passion for education and community life.

Why Join

• Be part of a values‑driven school with a strong sense of tradition and community.
• Play a key role in shaping the future of engagement and connection at a leading Melbourne school.
• Enjoy a supportive and professional working environment with opportunities for growth.