Director Membership, Communications

Overview Position Title : Director Membership, Communications & Stakeholder Engagement – Melbourne, VIC (Hybrid)Organisation : Australian Flexible Pavement Association (AfPA)Reports to : Chief Executive Officer (CEO)Location : Melbourne or Brisbane preferredEmployment Type : Full-time/negotiableAbout AfPAThe Australian Flexible Pavement Association (AfPA) is the peak body representing the flexible pavement industry across Australia.
AfPA advocates for investment in flexible pavement maintenance, innovation, sustainability, workforce development, inclusion, and safety within the sector, while providing training, events, and industry leadership to ensure the ongoing growth and success of members and the broader industry.
Our work shapes policy, fosters innovation, and promotes best practices across the roads, transport, and construction industries.
Our Membership brings together a unique and diverse collective of industry, all State Road authorities and many councils across Australia.Position PurposeThe Director Membership, Communications & Stakeholder Engagement will lead AfPA's efforts to grow and strengthen relationships with members, industry stakeholders, and government at all levels.
This role is pivotal in enhancing AfPA's visibility, delivering value to members, and supporting workforce and training initiatives that benefit the sector.
The role requires both strategic planning and hands-on delivery to ensure AfPA continues to support, advocate on behalf of and represent its members effectively.Key ResponsibilitiesAdvocacy & Stakeholder Engagement: Build and maintain strong working relationships with state and local governments, industry leaders, and key stakeholdersAdvocacy & Stakeholder Engagement: Support the development of policy and advocacy strategies that align with member interestsAdvocacy & Stakeholder Engagement: Map the government and stakeholder landscape to identify opportunities for advocacy, collaboration, and influenceAdvocacy & Stakeholder Engagement: Represent AfPA in forums, consultations, advisory groups, and industry discussionsMember Engagement & Retention: Drive initiatives that strengthen member engagement, retention, and growthMember Engagement & Retention: Conduct outreach to members to ensure their needs and priorities are understood and addressedMember Engagement & Retention: Develop and implement member outreach strategies to support retention and growthMember Engagement & Retention: Enhance AfPA's visibility, profile, and value proposition within the flexible pavement industryCommunications, Promotion & Strategy: Lead initiatives that strengthen AfPA's communications, visibility, and promotional activitiesCommunications, Promotion & Strategy: Contribute to the development and implementation of AfPA's strategic and operational plansCommunications, Promotion & Strategy: Contribute to internal planning processes through analysis of stakeholder trends and member feedbackCommunications, Promotion & Strategy: Support the Executive Team in identifying opportunities for sector growth and positioning AfPA as the authoritative voice of the industryEvents, Training & Workforce Development: Coordinate and support AfPA events, conferences, and training programsEvents, Training & Workforce Development: Assist with the promotion and delivery of training initiatives that support workforce developmentEvents, Training & Workforce Development: Assist with the development of promotional materials, newsletters, and industry updatesEvents, Training & Workforce Development: Contribute to the organisation's social media, website, and communication strategies to enhance visibilityEvents, Training & Workforce Development: Collaborate with internal teams and external partners to ensure high-quality, impactful learning opportunitiesSkills & Experience: Strong communication, stakeholder engagement, and relationship management skillsSkills & Experience: Proven ability in government relations, member-based organisations, or advocacy rolesSkills & Experience: Demonstrated experience in strategy development and planningSkills & Experience: Knowledge of event or training coordination desirableSkills & Experience: Understanding of infrastructure, engineering, or road industry sectors an advantageSkills & Experience: Excellent organisational, time management, and project management skillsSkills & Experience: Proactive, adaptable, and capable of working both strategically and operationallySkills & Experience: Experience using Salesforce or similar CRM toolKey Attributes: Highly collaborative with a consultative approachKey Attributes: Ability to influence, negotiate, and build consensusKey Attributes: Strategic thinker with a hands-on, solutions-focused mindsetKey Attributes: Commitment to AfPA's mission of supporting industry innovation, training, and workforce developmentPosition within the Structure: The position will report to the CEOPosition within the Structure: The position will work closely with the Executive Team including the State Executive Directors, the Executive Director Technology, and the Director Capability and DevelopmentPosition within the Structure: The position's direct reports will include the Manager Marketing CommunicationsPerformance Indicators: Growth and retention of AfPA membership basePerformance Indicators: Strengthened relationships with government, industry, and stakeholdersPerformance Indicators: Successful delivery and promotion of AfPA events and trainingPerformance Indicators: Contribution to AfPA's influence, visibility, and industry leadershipWhat We OfferOpportunity to shape policy outcomes in a key infrastructure sectorExposure to high-level stakeholders in government and industrySupportive, flexible working environmentOpportunities for professional development and growthHow To ApplyPlease send your resume and a cover letter addressing the key responsibilities and selection criteria to by 15th September 2025.#J-18808-Ljbffr