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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
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
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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

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Last updated
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