Portfolio Engagement Lead – Queensland & Northern Territory

About the role

As Portfolio Engagement Lead for Queensland & Northern Territory, you will oversee a two‑branch regional portfolio, connecting members, volunteers, industry and stakeholders to create meaningful outcomes for the technology profession.

Key responsibilities

• Lead the two‑branch portfolio by setting growth, engagement and advocacy priorities and monitoring performance.
• Coach and develop two Branch Managers, establishing clear priorities and sustainable workloads.
• Build effective relationships with Branch Executive Committees and support volunteer‑led regional activities.
• Drive professional membership acquisition, event‑to‑membership conversion, renewal, participation and retention.
• Manage selected Professional Partner Program accounts, handling relationship planning, retention risks and growth opportunities.
• Develop relationships with priority members, industry, government and community stakeholders to generate participation and advocacy input.
• Represent ACS at regional forums, events and stakeholder activities.
• Identify regional needs and emerging issues, translating insights into coordinated action across ACS.
• Activate “Be Heard” campaigns by enabling credible regional voices to contribute to ACS advocacy.
• Monitor portfolio governance, reporting, risks and dependencies, escalating material matters promptly.

Required profile

• Strategic and collaborative leader with a strong track record of building trusted relationships and delivering measurable engagement and growth outcomes.
• Experience leading teams, portfolios or geographically dispersed operations and working with committees, boards, volunteers or member‑led networks.
• Proven stakeholder engagement skills across industry, government, community or professional environments.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills with the ability to represent an organisation credibly.
• Relevant tertiary qualifications in business, management, communications, stakeholder engagement, public affairs or equivalent professional experience.

What we offer

• Flexible hybrid working environment combining remote flexibility with regular in‑person collaboration.
• Professional development access to SkillsSoft, MySFIA assessments and other learning opportunities.
• Engaging workplace culture with inclusive team activities and supportive atmosphere.
• Complimentary ACS membership providing professional development and networking benefits.
• Financial and well‑being support including NFP salary packaging and confidential Employee Assistance Program.
• Family‑friendly policies with inclusive leave supporting parents and caregivers.