Stakeholder Engagement and Education Officer

Overview

Stakeholder Engagement and Education Officer – Permanent full-time position based in Burwood, NSW. Salary from $75,349 - $89,473 pa + 12% Super. Flexitime and flexible working arrangements available.

About Us

We are the City of Transformation, where we value excellence, courage, curiosity, and collaboration. The Burwood Council area is a hub of Inner West Sydney and is identified as a Strategic Centre by the NSW State Government. It is a cosmopolitan destination with a thriving business and retail centre with a strong and vibrant future. Our progressive community enjoys well designed public spaces, inclusive cultural events, intriguing laneways with impressive public art and an enviable restaurant and cafe scene. At Burwood our people are our most important asset and central to achieving our exciting and ambitious Community Strategic Plan 2036.

Your Position: Stakeholder Engagement and Education Officer

In this role, you will be responsible for developing and delivering engagement and education strategies, managing stakeholder communication, and ensuring compliance with statutory requirements across City Strategy projects. Success in the position requires strong communication and project management skills, the ability to build effective relationships.

Qualifications

• Tertiary at degree level in Communications, Education, Adult Learning, Urban Planning or equivalent qualification or professional experience.
• Ability to communicate effectively and sensitively, whilst developing working relationships with all stakeholders.
• Knowledge and ability to develop and implement high quality and effective education and stakeholder engagement strategies.
• Excellent written and oral communication skills.
• Ability to represent Council in public forums in a professional and knowledgeable manner.
• Good research, analytical, time & project management skills.
• Availability to work out of hours and on weekends as required.

Responsibilities

• Producing an overarching City Strategy Engagement Strategy and leading delivery across directorate projects.
• Establishing and managing an overarching City Strategy Education Program and implementing project specific plans and provide customer education.
• Delivering communications to support City Strategy Directorate business.
• Ensuring compliance with statutory engagement requirements and implementing public participation activities for City Strategy business.
• Organising and delivering industry forums, stakeholder events and education programs across all directorate functions.

Key Requirements

• COVID-19 vaccination for all employees (minimum of 2 Vaccines)
• Willingness to complete a National Criminal History Check
• Willingness to complete a pre-employment health assessment
• Current NSW Driver's License
• A current and valid Working with Children Check Clearance

Culture & Benefits

• Access to flexible working arrangements
• Access to Flexitime arrangements
• Health & wellbeing initiatives (i.e. flu vaccinations, skin checks, wellbeing activities)
• Access to Fitness Passport membership
• Access to Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Enquiries

Further information regarding this role can be found in the Position Description or please contact Anita Leighton, Coordinator E-Planning and Business Services City Strategy on 02 9911 9877. If you need assistance with your application, any adjustments to the recruitment process, or if you would like to discuss any accessibility requirements, please contact Casey Feeney, People & Culture Advisor on 02 9078 6135.

How To Apply

Please click on "Apply now" and follow the steps. Applications are to include a resume, cover letter and answers to the online questions.

Closing Date

Tuesday, 9 September 2025 at 11:59pm.

Equal Employment Opportunity and Child Safety

At Burwood Council we celebrate diversity, value inclusion and welcome applicants from all backgrounds, experiences and perspectives. We are committed to creating an environment where every member of our team feels respected, supported and inspired to contribute their unique skills and talents for a better Burwood. In serving our community, we are also proud to be a child safe organisation.

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