Executive Director, Community Engagement & Strategy

Everi Pty; Sydney; On-site; AUD 150,000 - 190,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible working

Career development

Wellbeing programs

Inclusive culture

Job summary

The Premier's Department in Sydney seeks an Executive Director, Community Engagement, a high-profile senior role within the Delivery & Engagement Group. You will shape how the NSW Government connects with communities and guide priorities across media, strategic communications, major events, protocol and internal engagement.

As a member of the senior leadership team you will set strategic directions, lead multidisciplinary teams, anticipate issues, inform responsive communications, and deliver

Qualifications

• Extensive senior executive experience in strategic communications and engagement in a high-profile environment.
• Ability to interpret community sentiment and provide trusted advice to senior decision-makers.
• Proven track record coordinating multi‑agency initiatives and balancing competing priorities.
• Experience overseeing major public events and protocol activities.

Responsibilities

• Lead communications, community engagement, media, and stakeholder engagement across government.
• Develop and implement programs to engage with diverse communities and across agencies.
• Set strategic directions and lead multidisciplinary teams to deliver time-critical priorities.

Skills

Strategic communications

Stakeholder engagement

Public affairs

Event management

Government acumen

Crisis/risks handling

Tools

Media relations tools

Communication analytics

Job description

The Premier's Department in Sydney seeks an Executive Director, Community Engagement, a high-profile senior role within the Delivery & Engagement Group. You will shape how the NSW Government connects with communities and guide priorities across media, strategic communications, major events, protocol and internal engagement.

As a member of the senior leadership team you will set strategic directions, lead multidisciplinary teams, anticipate issues, inform responsive communications, and deliver