Community Engagement and Events Business Partner

About the role

The St Vincent de Paul Society Queensland is looking for a Community Engagement and Events Business Partner to lead the planning and delivery of community engagement, stakeholder relations and strategic events across its Property and Construction and Housing portfolios. The role also supports the Community Engagement and Financial Wellbeing team with key engagement and communication initiatives, working with government representatives, community leaders, project teams and internal stakeholders. It is a permanent, full-time position (38 hours per week) based in South Brisbane, with part-time arrangements possible for the right candidate.

Key responsibilities

• Develop and manage a rolling 12-month community engagement and events plan aligned to project milestones, funding agreements and organisational priorities.
• Build and maintain relationships with government representatives, community leaders, Diocesan and Conference leadership, project partners and internal stakeholders.
• Plan and coordinate strategic events, forums and engagement opportunities that promote collaboration and positive community outcomes.
• Partner with Marketing, Media, Fundraising and Government Relations to ensure consistent, accurate and effective communication across all channels.
• Monitor, evaluate and report on engagement outcomes and event success, giving insights and recommendations to senior leaders.
• Maintain accurate records of stakeholder engagement activities, communications and approvals.

Required profile

• Tertiary qualification in Communications, Community Engagement, Community Development, Public Relations or a related discipline.
• Demonstrated experience in community engagement, preferably in housing, infrastructure, government-funded programs or social services.
• Proven experience planning and delivering strategic events and forums with senior leaders, government representatives and community stakeholders.
• Strong understanding of the social and affordable housing environment and the sensitivities of engaging local communities.
• IAP2 certification highly regarded.
• Appropriate visa to work in Australia/New Zealand.

Required skills

• Strong written and verbal communication, able to turn complex information into clear messages.
• Experience producing community engagement materials such as web content, letterbox drops and displays.
• Project management, planning and organisational skills, working across competing priorities.
• Ability to manage complex stakeholder relationships across multiple projects and locations.

What we offer

• Pay of $65.79 per hour plus superannuation and NFP salary packaging benefits of up to $15,900 annually, plus $2,650 for meals and entertainment.
• Competitive hourly rates under the Enterprise Agreement.
• Employee Assistance Program and Medibank health insurance discounts.