Remote Community Engagement Advisor | Flexible Hours

Water Corporation; City Of Vincent; Hybrid; AUD 80,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work option (WFH up to 2 days)

9-day fortnight

Flexible work hours

Well-being days

Long service leave pro rata

Co-contribution superannuation

Additional leave options

Cultural leave for Aboriginal andTor​s

Job summary

Water Corporation seeks a communications specialist to lead stakeholder and community engagement for major water infrastructure projects across WA. You will develop and deliver engagement strategies, work with communities and stakeholders, and craft content for print and digital channels.

The role requires strong written and verbal communication, experience in government processes, and the ability to manage issues in a busy environment. Flexible work options and a supportive culture are offered.

Qualifications

• D pese in communications, public relations or related discipline; substantial equivalent experience may count.
• Experience in community engagement and stakeholder management for a large multi‑disciplined organisation.
• Strong written and verbal communication; ability to summarise complex issues for broad audiences.
• Good interpersonal and organisational skills; able to work independently in a high‑pressure environment.
• Alignment with Water Corporation values and behaviours.

Responsibilities

• Develop, implement and maintain effective communication and community engagement strategies for infrastructure projects.
• Collaborate with local communities and stakeholders affected by projects to deliver initiatives.
• Produce content for print and digital channels to aid project outcomes.
• Manage customer and stakeholder issues and complaints.
• Coordinate announcements and Ministerial correspondence with our Media Team.

Skills

Stakeholder engagement

Community engagement

Communications strategy

Content creation

Ministerial liaison

Education

Degree in communications/public relations or related

Job description

Water Corporation seeks a communications specialist to lead stakeholder and community engagement for major water infrastructure projects across WA. You will develop and deliver engagement strategies, work with communities and stakeholders, and craft content for print and digital channels.

The role requires strong written and verbal communication, experience in government processes, and the ability to manage issues in a busy environment. Flexible work options and a supportive culture are offered.