At Jacobs, we're challenging today to reinvent tomorrow by solving the world's most critical problems for thriving cities, resilient environments, mission-critical outcomes, operational advancement, scientific discovery and cutting‐edge manufacturing, turning abstract ideas into realities that transform the world for good.
Your impact
Calling skilled communications and engagement professionals! With a strong pipeline of work, we are looking for a talented, curious, and committed Consultant, Stakeholder Engagement & Communications to join our team in Canberra. We are looking for someone who enjoys working with others, has some experience coordinating engagement and communication activities, and is confident when engaging with stakeholders and the community.
Our ANZ Stakeholder Engagement & Communications Section partners with our clients and the broader Jacobs business to design, deliver and evaluate engagement and communications programs for major planning and infrastructure projects. We help our clients solve their most complex challenges, considering stakeholder and community risks, impacts and benefits, with the aim of delivering positive environmental and social outcomes. Our clients span the energy, water, defence, transport, and health sectors.
We're particularly interested in hearing from skilled stakeholder engagement & communications specialists who have experience working for Defence or another Federal Government organisation.
An AGSVA Baseline Security Clearance, or willingness to be vetted for and apply for this (at no expense to you) is required for this role.
You will
* Draft communications for a range of channels, including ministerial updates, briefing presentations, engagement event information panels, webpage copy and media releases.
* Coordinate stakeholder and community engagement activities, in‐person and online, such as meetings, workshops, information sessions, webinars and online forums.
* Manage engagement databases and file saving and sharing sites.
* Draft engagement action plans and engagement outcome reports, including stakeholder, risk and data analysis.
* Collaborate with a range of technical specialists and work in multi‐disciplinary teams.
* Contribute to a positive team culture and participate in continual improvement.
* Develop your consultancy and project management skills in line with the Jacobs Global Career Framework.
What you'll need
* A tertiary qualification in Communication, Marketing, Public Relations, Business, Social Science, Arts or a related field.
* 2+ years of relevant experience in communications and/or engagement.
* Some experience working in Government.
* Active AGSVA Baseline Security Clearance (desirable).
* An understanding of International Association of Public Participation (IAP2) best practice as defined by the Engagement Institute.
* IAP2 certification (desirable).
* Strong organisational, problem‐solving and communication skills.
* A 'can do' attitude with an interest in continuous learning and improvement.
* An ability to work in a fast‐paced environment and juggle multiple priorities.
* Full driver licence and confidence driving for work purposes.
Benefits
* Safety and flexibility with hybrid working arrangements.
* Comprehensive wellbeing resources supporting physical, emotional and financial health.
* Paid parental leave and financial assistance for fertility, IVF, adoption and surrogacy.
* Access to a global giving and volunteering program.
* Industry‐leading recognitions for gender equality and workplace equality.
Commitment to inclusion and belonging
We accept people for who they are, championing the richness of diverse perspectives, lived experiences and backgrounds. Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples are strongly encouraged to apply and may nominate a cultural representative for the interview panel. We strive to embed inclusion and belonging in everything we do.
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