Government Relations Community Engagement Manager
Lime
Lime is the world's largest shared electric vehicle company. We’re on a mission to build a future where transportation is shared, affordable and carbon-free. Our electric bikes and scooters have powered 700+ million rides in 250+ cities on 5 continents, replacing an estimated 150+ million car trips. Named a Time 100 Most Influential Company and Fast Company Brand That Matters, Lime continues to set the pace for shared micromobility globally.
Lime, the world’s leader in shared micromobility, is seeking an exceptional Community Engagement Manager to join our dynamic Government Relations team. In this role, you will report into the Senior Manager of Government Relations, ANZ and take the lead in fostering meaningful connections with the communities we serve across Australia and New Zealand. You will have the opportunity to shape and execute strategic initiatives that enhance Lime’s presence, deepen community trust, and drive collaboration with key partners.
We are looking for a proactive, team-oriented candidate, with experience engaging directly with community members and the public. The ideal candidate will bring a strong background in public engagement, project management, and a passion for creating positive community impact.
What you’ll do:
Community Engagement Strategies: Develop and implement comprehensive community engagement strategies.
Public Meetings and Events: Organise and facilitate stakeholder meetings, roundtables, and community events to gather feedback, foster dialogue and educate our riders.
Relationship Building: Identify, build and maintain relationships with community leaders, local organisations, and stakeholders.
Primary Contact: Serve as a primary point of contact for public and community inquiries and concerns.
Stakeholder Communication: Ensure timely and accurate communication with stakeholders regarding project developments and impacts, and maintain a stakeholder database to track interactions and feedback.
Public Relations: Collaborate with the Lime Communications and Marketing teams to develop clear and effective communication materials, represent Lime at public events and ensure all communications are culturally sensitive and inclusive.
Program Development and Reporting: Work closely with Lime’s operations team to integrate community feedback, develop and manage community participation programs, monitor engagement effectiveness, and prepare reports for Lime management teams and city councils.
About you:
At least three (3) years related experience leading or working in community engagement, government affairs, public policy, campaigns, and/or communications, ideally within the Greater Melbourne region.
A minimum of one (1) year working directly with any level of government.
A multi-tasker comfortable working on multiple priorities at once while executing projects in a demanding environment.
Availability to travel frequently around Melbourne and other ANZ markets on occasion.
Available for regular events on evenings and weekends.
Preferred Experience:
Strong preference for this role to be located within the Greater Melbourne area in order to be in close proximity to community events and the Lime Warehouse.
Previous professional experience in transportation and mobility is ideal but not required.
If you want to make an impact, Lime is the place for you. Not sure if you meet all the qualifications? If this role excites you we encourage you to apply. Explore all opportunities on our career page.
Lime is an Equal Opportunity Employer, but that’s just the start. We believe different perspectives help us grow and achieve more. That’s why we’re dedicated to hiring and developing the most talented and globally diverse team – which includes individuals with different backgrounds, abilities, identities and experiences. Applicants who require a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application or hiring process can email recruiting-operations@li.me for assistance.
Use of artificial intelligence or an LLM such as ChatGPT during the interview process will be grounds for rejection of your application.