Manager Community Connections

5 days ago

Albury Area, Australia Murray River Council Full time $90,000 - $120,000 per year

At Murray River Council, we believe strong communities are built through connection, collaboration, and creativity. We're looking for an experienced and passionate Manager of Community Connections to lead our community development, engagement, arts and culture, volunteering, and grants programs.

In this pivotal role, you'll drive initiatives that enhance liveability, celebrate diversity, and empower local groups to make a lasting impact.

You'll work across a rich mix of rural towns, river communities, and cultural landscapes, building strong relationships and delivering outcomes that matter.

In this role you will:

· Lead strategic initiatives in community development, arts, culture, and heritage

· Strengthen partnerships with community groups, First Nations , and key stakeholders

· Oversee volunteer networks and Section 355 Committees, ensuring strong governance

· Manage community and internal grant programs to deliver meaningful local outcomes

· Coordinate major community events including NAIDOC Week, Australia Day Awards, and more

Ideal candidate profile:

You're an inspiring leader with a passion for building community capacity. You have proven experience in strategic planning, stakeholder engagement, and program delivery. Your leadership style fosters collaboration, inclusion, and innovation, and you can confidently manage people, budgets, and governance requirements.

What you'll need:

· Tertiary qualifications in community development, business management, or related field (or equivalent experience)

· Demonstrated experience leading multi-disciplinary teams and managing community programs

· Strong knowledge of governance, risk management, and cultural inclusion strategies

· Current Driver's Licence, WWCC (NSW), and National Police Check

Why Join Us?

Murray River Council is an award-winning organisation that is modern, dynamic and has a high regard for employee satisfaction and engagement. Murray River Council offers a supportive and flexible environment to assist employees with the right work-life balance.

Offering a high performing and sustainable organisation delivering outcomes for the community through leadership, collaboration and innovation. We have exciting, rewarding career opportunities and flexible working arrangements to support a healthy work/life balance.

We also offer:

· Competitive salary plus 12% superannuation.

· Great culture with a strong, values led and progressive team.

· Enjoy our employee benefits programs and access to salary packaging and novated lease options.

· A workplace committed to the Health Safety and Wellbeing of our employees.

· A strong commitment to professional development and career growth.

· Salary packing options.

Further Information: A copy of the position description and tips on applying can be found on our website , or for more information, please contact  Stacy Williams, Chief Executive Officer on

Wanting to take the next step and apply?

To be considered for an interview, please submit a current resume, cover letter, and document addressing the mandatory selection criteria (as outlined in the position description) to

Applications Close: Thursday 28 August 2025

Murray River Council is dedicated to fostering an inclusive and diverse workplace culture, where every individual is appreciated and respected. We wholeheartedly embrace diversity and inclusion, welcoming applications from individuals of all ages, abilities, and backgrounds. As an equal opportunity employer, we take pride in our commitment to providing fair and equitable opportunities for all.

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