Social Inclusion & Indigenous Engagement Manager
DownerAre you passionate about driving meaningful social change? Do you excel at building partnerships, shaping strategy, and leading initiatives that strengthen community outcomes and create more inclusive workplaces? This is an opportunity to use your expertise to influence impactful programs across a national organisation.
Downer is seeking a Social Inclusion & Indigenous Engagement Manager to lead and influence initiatives that strengthen our Reconciliation Action Plan (RAP) commitments, uplift social responsibility outcomes, and embed inclusion and belonging across our Transport & Infrastructure business.
From contributing to major bids and tenders, to supporting cultural change programs, to strengthening partnerships with Elders and community leaders - your work will directly influence how we show up as a responsible, community‑minded organisation.
What you’ll be doing
Working closely with Indigenous organisations, community partners and internal teams to deliver projects that strengthen our social impact.
Develop, deliver, and influence programs that support RAP commitments, workforce diversification and inclusive practices.
Provide strategic guidance to leaders, governance groups, program champions, and business stakeholders.
Leading and coordinating events, programs, sponsorships and partnerships.
Creating content, stories and communications that bring our programs to life.
Providing insights, data and reporting that help us demonstrate real outcomes.
Playing a key role in bids and tenders by showcasing our social value commitments.
What you’ll bring
Experience in social inclusion, Indigenous engagement, community development, or similar.
Strong relationship‑building skills and cultural awareness.
Great communication skills — written, verbal, storytelling.
The ability to juggle projects, think creatively, and collaborate across teams.
A genuine passion for equity, inclusion and community impact.
Downer is a company that believes people are our greatest asset. We take pride in providing career opportunities, work-life balance, and above benchmark services. We also offer a range of benefits including:
Enjoy career development opportunities, including leadership programs like Thrive and Own Career.
Be part of a culture that values safety, integrity, and excellence in everything we do.
A values-driven organisation with genuine RAP commitments.
Opportunities to shape nation‑wide initiatives and deliver meaningful, measurable social impact.
Flexible work arrangements - based in any major Australian capital city
To apply for this great opportunity, please click on "Apply" and submit your application. We cannot accept applications via email but for more information, please contact:
Alicia Jacobson – Talent and Sourcing Business Partner
E: Alicia.Jacobson@downergroup.com
Downer Group is an employer that acknowledges and embraces the importance of our people's diverse experiences, talents, and cultures. As an inclusive employer, we welcome applications from everyone.