Senior Engagement Lead – Sport & Community Programs

Sport, Racing and Olympic and Paralympic Games; Gold Coast City; On-site; AUD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Sport, Racing and Olympic and Paralympic Games - Palm Beach QLD is seeking a Senior Engagement Officer to provide strategic advice to leadership, build local networks and partnerships, and lead regional projects. You will mentor staff and contribute to governance across sport and recreation initiatives.

The role focuses on engaging communities, delivering outcomes, and supporting government priorities in a dynamic, outcomes‑driven environment.

Qualifications

• Provide strategic advice to senior leaders on sport and recreation issues.
• Engage local networks and identify partnership opportunities.
• Mentor and support staff on regional issues and governance.
• Lead and contribute to high‑level project management activities.

Responsibilities

• Deliver strategic advice to the Service Area Manager and executives.
• Build partnerships with Local Councils and regional bodies.
• Lead regional project teams and manage contracts when required.
• Monitor performance indicators and report on outcomes.
• Coordinate sport and recreation funding programs and initiatives.

Skills

Strategic advice

Networking

Mentoring

Project management

Job description

Sport, Racing and Olympic and Paralympic Games - Palm Beach QLD is seeking a Senior Engagement Officer to provide strategic advice to leadership, build local networks and partnerships, and lead regional projects. You will mentor staff and contribute to governance across sport and recreation initiatives.

The role focuses on engaging communities, delivering outcomes, and supporting government priorities in a dynamic, outcomes‑driven environment.