Stakeholder Engagement Consultant
Apply your passion for communications to support meaningful outcomes for high-profile communication and engagement strategies in our growing team.
Summary about this job
Public Relations & Corporate Affairs
Company: Urbis Pty Ltd
Location: Sydney
Work type: Full Time
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Phone: +61-3-8687-5518
Fax: +61-3-3017-1503
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Detail information about job Stakeholder Engagement Consultant. Terms and conditions vacancy
- Are you passionate about influencing positive change in the community?
- Do you want to work in a close-knit team in a dynamic consulting environment?
- Utilise your stakeholder engagement skills to inform strategic insights.
Who We Are
Urbis is a market-leading firm that shapes the cities and communities of Australia for a better future. Drawing together a network of the brightest minds, Urbis consists of practice experts, working collaboratively to deliver fresh thinking and independent advice and guidance – all backed up by real, evidence-based solutions.
Working across the areas of planning, design, policy, stakeholder engagement, heritage, valuations, transactions, economics and research, the expert team at Urbis connect their clients in the public and private sectors to a better outcome, every time.
The Opportunity
The continued growth of Urbis means we are looking for a creative and collaborative team-player to join our emergent Stakeholder Engagement team as a Consultant.
This is a rare opportunity to contribute to the growth of the Urbis Engagement offer as you support the provision of robust and effective stakeholder and community engagement strategies for a diverse range of major urban development, urban renewal, infrastructure and public policy projects.
About You
As Consultant in the Urbis Engagement team, each day will be full of new and exciting challenges. Some of the tasks you will undertake may include:
- Contributing to the design and delivery of tailored engagement strategies to build understanding, create local ownership and to inform sustainable decision making;
- Supporting the team to provide specialist advice to our clients to support strategic and statutory planning, development, infrastructure and public policy projects;
- Drafting and contributing to persuasive and engaging communications materials, including social media campaigns, newsletters, letters and reports;
- Organising and helping to facilitate focus groups and workshops, collaborative design labs and other activities that promote the involvement of people in shaping the future of their cities.
This role will suit someone with up to 3 years’ experience in a similar role with a combination of the following competencies:
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills;
- Demonstrated ability to build rapport and effective working relationships with team members and clients;
- Strong project management skills and the ability to manage conflicting priorities and deadlines;
- Inquisitive mind and ability to learn new things quickly;
- Commitment to achieving team goals and working towards team success;
- A degree in Communications, Public Policy, Business or a related discipline (completed or currently in matriculation); and
- Relevant experience in a consultancy or other fast-paced environment.
Why Urbis?
Working for Urbis means working with individuals who are passionate about what they do. It’s a place where you are encouraged to share your ideas in a professional but friendly office environment. To find out more about us visit our website at www.urbis.com.au/careers.
Urbis is a firm that truly values its people and provides a broad range of benefits which include a competitive remuneration package, salary continuance insurance, regular social activities, health and wellbeing programs and ongoing training and professional development opportunities.
Urbis is committed to fostering a work environment that is inclusive, supports flexibility, and welcomes diversity. We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer. Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people are encouraged to apply.
How to apply
If you are an enthusiastic candidate, with the desire to become part of a driven and highly professional team, click on “Apply for this job” or call Grace Lee on 02 8233 9822.
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