Senior Manager Community Engagement

Together we shape thriving communities, public spaces, places and economies.

• Champion collaboration and lead strategies that turn community voices into real outcomes for our parklands
• Permanent full-time opportunity
• Office location based in Parramatta and /or Centennial Parklands with flexible working supported
• Salary relative to experience, and ranges from $149,739 to $173,174 + super

What's in it for me?

Join our team for a fantastic culture with dynamic collaboration and genuine long-term career support. We offer flexibility in work arrangements, diverse and fulfilling assignments, and prioritise work/life balance and wellbeing with initiatives like flex-leave and access to support programs. Additionally, we are committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace where everyone feels welcome, respected, and empowered to succeed.

The role

The Senior Manager Community Engagement role leads the way in shaping how Greater Sydney Parklands connects with communities and stakeholders. You'll design and deliver engagement strategies that make sure voices are heard and decisions are informed. From advising senior leaders to managing projects and partnerships, your work ensures planning reflects community needs and best practice standards.

It's a role that calls for navigating complex issues and balancing diverse interests under tight timeframes. You'll need to think strategically, communicate clearly, and build trust while driving innovative engagement approaches that bring people together and create lasting impact.

For more information read the full Role Description: Senior Manager Community Engagement

What you will bring to the role

• Deep experience in designing and delivering community and stakeholder engagement strategies that drive meaningful participation.
• Strong ability to manage complex projects and competing priorities while meeting deadlines and maintaining quality outcomes.
• Excellent communication and negotiation skills to build trust, resolve sensitive issues, and influence diverse stakeholders.
• Strategic thinking and analytical capability to identify emerging issues and develop evidence-based solutions.
• Leadership skills to inspire and guide teams, fostering collaboration and continuous improvement.
• Adaptability and resilience to thrive in dynamic environments and respond effectively to changing priorities.

What is an essential requirement:

• Tertiary qualifications in communications, public relations, policy or related discipline and/or relevant equivalent experience.
• Willing and able to travel to outer suburban and regional locations, and to work outside of core business hours in the evening and on weekends.

Desirable

• Management experience
• Knowledge of the International Association for Public Participation - IAP2 Spectrum

About us

The Department of Planning, Housing and Infrastructure (DPHI) improves the liveability and prosperity of NSW. To achieve this, we: create vibrant, productive spaces and precincts; manage lands, assets and property effectively and deliver affordable and diverse housing. We strive to be a high-performing, world-class public service organisation that celebrates and reflects the full diversity of the community we serve and builds the cultural capability of our department to improve outcomes with and for Aboriginal people, communities and entities.

We are an inclusive and accessible workplace, where your individual contributions are valued, and where everyone is encouraged to feel a sense of connection and belonging. DPHI supports various employee affinity groups, practices flexible working, offers job share and workplace adjustments.

Join us

If excited by the information above, we look forward to receiving your application, including a copy of your resume and cover letter expressing your interest and suitability for the role.

Applications close 11:55PM on Thursday 13 November 2025

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Please note to be eligible to apply for this position you must be an Australian or New Zealand citizen or permanent resident, or hold a valid Australian working Visa for the duration of the appointment.

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Check out our Aboriginal applicants guide to assist with applying for the role or contact our Aboriginal Career pathways team for a yarn.