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Principal Manager Community Engagement

Sydney, New South WalesFull-time$154k–$178k2026-11-03 → 2026-11-12
On-siteCitizens or permanent residents only

Core

Lead the strategic direction of Legal Aid NSW's combined communications, public education, and engagement function to help people across NSW understand legal rights and navigate challenges.

Role type

Principal Manager Community Engagement (Strategic Leadership)

Builds

Trusted information, community education, and engagement initiatives for diverse and priority communities.

Domain

Legal services / Public sector / Community advocacy

Deliverable

product features

Required skills

Strategic leadership, team management, community engagement, public education, communications strategy, stakeholder partnership, change management, audience-centered approach

Preferred skills

Experience in government, justice, public health, community services, or not-for-profit sectors

Responsibilities

Drive strategic direction for the communications and engagement function, lead a multidisciplinary team, build partnerships with private lawyers and community centers, influence organizational decision-making, deliver initiatives to improve access to justice.

Seniority

Principal, strategic leadership & team mentorship