Regional Engagement Manager

Department of Defence; Parramatta; On-site; AUD 90,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Department of Defence is seeking a Regional Engagement Manager to plan, coordinate and deliver stakeholder engagement activities across NSW and the ACT, strengthening relationships with Defence, Reservists, employers, industry and community partners.

You will travel regularly, manage multiple events, and represent Defence at a range of events and programs, contributing to national objectives and workforce readiness.

Qualifications

• Demonstrated stakeholder engagement and relationship management experience.
• Experience planning, coordinating and delivering events and engagement activities.

Responsibilities

• Plan, coordinate and deliver stakeholder engagement activities across NSW and ACT.
• Represent Defence at events, networking opportunities and employer engagement programs.
• Travel regularly to Defence establishments and partner sites to coordinate engagement activities.

Skills

Stakeholder engagement

Event planning

Relationship management

Job description

The Regional Engagement Manager is responsible for planning, coordinating and delivering stakeholder engagement activities that strengthen relationships between Defence, Reservists, employers, industry and community partners across NSW and the ACT. Working as part of a nationally dispersed team, you will build and maintain productive relationships, coordinate engagement activities and represent Defence at a range of events, networking opportunities and employer engagement programs.

The role requires strong communication, organisational and relationship management skills, along with the ability to operate autonomously while contributing to broader national objectives. The position involves regular travel and coordination of activities designed to enhance awareness of Defence capability and the contribution of the ADF Reserves.

Skills and experience that will help you succeed:

• Demonstrated stakeholder engagement and relationship management experience.
• Experience planning, coordinating and delivering events and engagement activities.

About our Team

ADF Reserves and Employer Support (ADFRES) enhances Defence capability by fostering strong relationships between Defence, Reservists, employers, industry and the wider community. The Regional Engagement team delivers stakeholder engagement programs, employer immersion activities, networking events and Defence awareness initiatives that support recruitment, retention and the effective utilisation of Reservists.

Working across Australia, the team connects Defence with key external stakeholders, identifies opportunities to strengthen support for Reservists and promotes understanding of Defence capability and priorities. Through these activities, the team contributes directly to Defence preparedness, capability and community engagement outcomes.

Our Ideal Candidate

We are seeking a highly motivated and professional engagement practitioner who enjoys building meaningful relationships and representing Defence in a diverse stakeholder environment. You will have well-developed communication and interpersonal skills, experience managing stakeholder relationships, and the ability to coordinate multiple activities and events simultaneously. You will demonstrate sound judgement, initiative and resilience, and be comfortable working independently across a geographically dispersed area.

The successful candidate will be willing to travel regularly throughout NSW and the ACT, including to Defence establishments and training areas, and hold a current C Class driver's licence with the ability to operate a 12-seat vehicle in support of stakeholder engagement activities.

Security Clearance

Applicants must be able to obtain and maintain a security clearance at “Negative Vetting Level 1”.

Getting to know the Department of Defence

The Department of Defence employs around 18,000 Australian Public Service (APS) employees. Defence APS employees work in a wide variety of critical roles, Australia wide, enabling our three services Navy, Army and Air Force, to do their job. Defence has a range of Australian Public Service (APS) career opportunities that offer interesting, challenging, and unique work. Our workforce includes administrative support, accountants, intelligence analysts, engineers, policy advisors, graphic designers, lawyers, social workers, IT specialists and contract managers to name a few. We offer a rewarding career that includes professional development, work-life balance, recognition, a flexible and supportive work environment and a diverse workforce. To find out more about a career with Defence please visit https://www.defence.gov.au/jobs-careers