Strategic Advocacy Lead @ Campaspe Shire Council

1 week ago

Melbourne, Victoria, Australia Future Leadership Full time $90,000 - $120,000 per year
  • Drive change & deliver impactful community outcomes
  • Influence key decision-makers and attract government investment
  • Ability to work remotely with travel to the Campaspe region and surrounding areas

The Position

Campaspe Shire Council is seeking a forward-thinking and influential Strategic Advocacy Lead to champion its advocacy agenda and secure vital funding for community priorities.

Reporting to the Manager Advocacy, Communications and Engagement, this newly created role will see the successful candidate working across the organisation to shape and deliver advocacy strategies that influence key decision-makers and attract government investment.

Overseeing the external grants program, the role requires political astuteness and will be responsible for guiding the preparation and submission of compelling funding applications. A Grants Acquisition Officer will report into this position and will play a key role in the preparation of grant submissions.

It will be essential to develop strategic relationships and collaborate with external stakeholders, including all tiers of government, local industry, and community groups. The successful candidate must be comfortable presenting to key audiences and engaging with executives.

For those passionate about public policy, strategic engagement, and making a tangible impact, this is an opportunity to lead with purpose and vision.

The role can be remote but requires regular stakeholder engagement throughout the Campaspe region and Victoria.

Our Organisation

Campaspe Shire is located 180 km directly north of Melbourne on both the Murray and Goulburn Rivers. Renowned for its stunning scenery, plentiful sunshine and majestic rivers, Campaspe also boasts friendly people, thriving towns, a rich history, an extraordinary number of places to unwind, vibrant cultural atmosphere and a "can do" attitude to business.

For more information on the organisation visit:

To apply:
please visit and
click on 'Apply now', using reference CSCsal0825, addressing your cover letter and resume to Katie Hooker of Future Leadership, or call for further information.

Close Date:
August 31, :59 AEST

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