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Director Stakeholder Engagement and Communication
Olympic and Paralympic Games Office; Brisbane City
The Director, Stakeholder Engagement and Communication will lead the development and implementation of an integrated engagement and communications strategy for the Olympic and Paralympic Games Office. Reporting directly to the Deputy Director-General, OPGO, this pivotal role will have extensive senior-level experience in stakeholder engagement, government relations, and strategic communications, to support whole-of-government coordination and build strong, enduring relationships across a complex stakeholder environment—spanning local communities, government, and international bodies.
Job details
Position status | Fixed Term Temporary |
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Position type | Flexible full-time |
Occupational group | Management |
Classification | SO |
Workplace Location | Brisbane Inner City |
Job ad reference | QLD/647785/25 |
Closing date | 22-Jul-2025 |
Job duration | 3 years possibility of extension |
Contact person | Eugenie Buckley |
Contact details | Mobile: 0438 820 621 Access the National Relay Service |
In this role you will:
• Lead strategic engagement and develop and deliver a whole-of-government and multi-sector engagement strategy aligned with the Brisbane 2032 vision and monitor, report and amplify stakeholder sentiment and alignment.
• Establish and Manage stakeholder relationships and build and sustain trusted relationships with key partners including state and federal government agencies, Games delivery bodies (Australian Olympic Committee (AOC), Paralympics Australia (PA), International Olympic Committee (IOC), and the International Paralympic Committee (IPC), councils, cultural leaders, sponsors, and community groups.
• Provide high-level strategic advice and support to the Deputy Director-General and senior leaders on emerging issues, risks, and opportunities relating to stakeholder engagement and communication and represent the Office in intergovernmental fora and working groups.
• Lead strategic communications and oversee the development of communication strategies that inform, inspire, and align diverse stakeholders while building public trust and transparency.
• Lead and coordinate Major Event Messaging and support the Media and Communications team when under pressure around key Games announcements, milestones, global opportunities, and crisis scenarios.
• Promote legacy outcomes and drive consistent messaging that highlights the long-term impact of the Games—including social, economic, infrastructure, and reputational outcomes.
• Exemplify outstanding communication and negotiation skills to influence at senior executive levels —around strategic engagement and media relations, public speaking, and executive-level writing.
• Contribute to a workplace culture based on values and behaviours, ensuring a positive work environment that is safe, healthy, diverse, respectful and inclusive.
Applications will remain current for 12 months.
Job Ad Reference: QLD/647785/25
Closing Date: Tuesday, 22 July 2025
Further information
We are committed to building inclusive cultures in the Queensland public sector that respect and promote human rights and diversity.
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647785 25 Role Description (Word, 557KB)
Role Description