ENGAGEMENT LEAD

Kate Wilby

Kate has a passion for developing and implementing creative engagement projects that actively engage stakeholders and communities. She strongly believes that involving the community in project design builds ownerships and produces more accurate engagement results.

Drawing on her background in youth work, Kate is able to empower young people to have a voice and be involved in civic processes. These skills extend to engaging all community members, building a rapport and trust to produce strong project outcomes.

Kate’s strength is project management, she thrives on being highly organised and across all aspects of the project. Her genuine care for those she interacts with on projects can be seen through the warm and compassionate approach she takes with community members and clients alike.

Her practice is centred on understanding the communities in which she is engaging with. She works collaboratively with agencies, stakeholders and project partners to ensure an integrated approach, leveraging off existing communication channels and networks.

Kate is actively involved in her community, coaching at the local netball club, developing players new to netball. In her spare time, she loves camping and enjoying live music with family and friends.

Key Strengths & Attributes:

  • Community and stakeholder engagement

  • Youth capacity building

  • Reliable friendly approach

Qualifications:

  • Bachelor of Arts in Youth Affairs, RMIT Melbourne

  • IAP2 Engagement Essentials and Engagement Design

  • Facilitation Skills, Groupwork Centre