Senior Community Engagement Advisor at Development Victoria in Melbourne, Victoria, Australia | Kablio

Role

Description

collateral creation

strategic planning

stakeholder management

survey design

community programs

risk mitigation

Create and deliver communication collateral, key messages, and branded materials.
Collaborate with senior advisors to implement strategic communications plans.
Build strong internal relationships to support proactive communications and issues management.
Design and analyse surveys, preparing consultation summaries and reports.
Develop and implement community engagement programs to support project delivery.
Manage stakeholder relationship systems, enquiries, and reporting processes.
Organise and oversee community engagement events, both in-person and digital.
Provide expert advice on engagement programs, resourcing, and risk mitigation.

Requirements

degree

5+ years

survey design

written communication

stakeholder management

negotiation

Proven ability to design and deliver end-to-end engagement programs and events.
Adept at influencing, negotiating, and building consensus across diverse stakeholders.
Degree in communications, public relations, journalism or related discipline, or equivalent experience.
5+ years’ experience in community and stakeholder engagement, ideally in property, infrastructure or construction.
The preferred candidate must complete a national police check before an offer is made.
Empathetic and culturally aware, able to engage effectively with diverse communities.
Strong written communication skills with the ability to craft clear, compelling messages.
Confident in managing stakeholder relationships and navigating government priorities.
Skilled in survey design, analysis, and preparing consultation summaries.

Benefits

Access to group life and group salary continuance insurance
Paid parental leave
Novated leasing
Modern onsite facilities
Employee referral bonuses
Purchase leave
Health and Wellbeing initiatives such as EAP and mental health and wellbeing leave
Opportunity to participate in cross functional working groups that drive diversity and inclusion and sustainability initiatives.
Technology salary sacrifice
Professional development opportunities available including;

Training + Development

Information not given or found

Interview process

submit application by 5 january 2026.
shortlisting begins 6 january 2026.
interviews from week commencing 13 january 2026.

Visa Sponsorship

Information not given or found

Security clearance

candidate must complete a national police check before an offer is made.

Company

Overview

Leading and delivering urban development projects across Victoria.
Managing key infrastructure projects with a focus on long-term, sustainable growth.
Working on a diverse portfolio of residential, commercial, and industrial developments.
Undertaking projects from large-scale urban renewal to smaller specialized infrastructure works.
Creating vibrant communities through innovation and efficient urban solutions.
Collaborating with private and public sectors to shape the state's urban future.

Culture + Values

Creates and manages places and spaces for the community.
Builds partnerships and delivers value.
Leads with integrity, accountability, and transparency.
Works collaboratively, embraces diversity of thought and innovation.
Committed to sustainable and responsible asset management.

Environment + Sustainability

2050

Net Zero Target

Goal to achieve net-zero emissions by a specific future date.

Committed to reducing carbon emissions through sustainable design and operational efficiencies.
Focus on integrating sustainability into urban development projects, including energy-efficient buildings and green spaces.
Engage in maintaining positive environmental impact through water management, energy efficiency, and waste reduction.

Inclusion & Diversity

Create an inclusive and diverse workplace where all employees feel respected and valued.
Focus on achieving gender equity, with initiatives designed to increase women's representation in leadership roles.
Support flexible working arrangements and encourage work-life balance.
Report on gender diversity statistics, with a goal to increase female representation in senior management.

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Role

Description

collateral creation

strategic planning

stakeholder management

survey design

community programs

risk mitigation

Create and deliver communication collateral, key messages, and branded materials.
Collaborate with senior advisors to implement strategic communications plans.
Build strong internal relationships to support proactive communications and issues management.
Design and analyse surveys, preparing consultation summaries and reports.
Develop and implement community engagement programs to support project delivery.
Manage stakeholder relationship systems, enquiries, and reporting processes.
Organise and oversee community engagement events, both in-person and digital.
Provide expert advice on engagement programs, resourcing, and risk mitigation.

Requirements

degree

5+ years

survey design

written communication

stakeholder management

negotiation

Proven ability to design and deliver end-to-end engagement programs and events.
Adept at influencing, negotiating, and building consensus across diverse stakeholders.
Degree in communications, public relations, journalism or related discipline, or equivalent experience.
5+ years’ experience in community and stakeholder engagement, ideally in property, infrastructure or construction.
The preferred candidate must complete a national police check before an offer is made.
Empathetic and culturally aware, able to engage effectively with diverse communities.
Strong written communication skills with the ability to craft clear, compelling messages.
Confident in managing stakeholder relationships and navigating government priorities.
Skilled in survey design, analysis, and preparing consultation summaries.

Benefits

Access to group life and group salary continuance insurance
Paid parental leave
Novated leasing
Modern onsite facilities
Employee referral bonuses
Purchase leave
Health and Wellbeing initiatives such as EAP and mental health and wellbeing leave
Opportunity to participate in cross functional working groups that drive diversity and inclusion and sustainability initiatives.
Technology salary sacrifice
Professional development opportunities available including;

Training + Development

Information not given or found

Interview process

submit application by 5 january 2026.
shortlisting begins 6 january 2026.
interviews from week commencing 13 january 2026.

Visa Sponsorship

Information not given or found

Security clearance

candidate must complete a national police check before an offer is made.