strategic initiatives manager

1 week ago

Sydney, New South Wales, Australia Standards Australia Full time

Lead innovative cross-sector initiatives that align with national priorities, solve critical challenges and lead Standards Australia into the future.

29th May, 2024

Who are we?

Standards Australia (SA) is the peak standards development organisation in Australia, and we are now 101 years old We are going through a massive transformational growth stage. In the last few years we've doubled in size and now have over 300 employees contributing to Australia's future and our mission of empowering communities.

We bring together experts to develop national and international standards, which provide guidelines for products and services that promote the net benefit to the Australian community. We also publish these standards, so they are accessible to all businesses and individuals.

It's our vision to be a global leader in trusted solutions that improve life – today and tomorrow. Join our team and be a part of this exciting time in Standards Australia's journey

About the role

The purpose of the Strategic Initiatives Manager role is to develop and lead strategic initiatives within the Critical and Emerging Technologies sector.

You will build SA's commercial strength, profile, brand and reputation. This role works with internal and external stakeholders to deliver innovative cross-sector initiatives that align with national priorities, solve critical challenges and lead Standards Australia into the future.

What you'll do

  • Develop and lead the delivery of projects in areas that are strategically important for SA
  • Collaborate with stakeholders to develop new products, services or standards solutions in new areas or new ways and help deliver sustainable commercial performance
  • Drive new market development opportunities and offerings across the value chain
  • Build initial agreement in new, difficult or contentious areas of activity or where the stakes are high
  • Manage strategic risk and complex stakeholder and industry issues as they arise
  • Build and maintain a network of stakeholders from industry, government and the community
  • Ensure industry and government are aware of key strategic activities including through public presentations and networking events
  • Share insights on industry and government trends, opportunities and risks
  • Develop public submissions in priority areas
  • Work closely with Strategic Initiatives Officers, mentoring and delegating project work, with possibility of a formalised reporting arrangement

About you

  • Degree or equivalent post-secondary qualification in an appropriate discipline
  • 5+ years' experience in high-level stakeholder/client engagement and project delivery
  • Track record developing products and services with proven commercial performance
  • Experienced in participating in panel discussions and public speaking
  • Experience within the Critical and Emerging Technologies sector is desirable
  • Experience with people management is desirable

Culture & Benefits
We at Standards Australia are proud to have been awarded the prestigious Employer of Choice Award 2023 This recognition highlights our commitment to creating an exceptional workplace and fostering a culture of excellence. Our iCARE values form the basis of all we do - Integrity, Courage, Accountability, Respect, and Excellence.

Our success is measured not only by outcomes, but on the path we took to get there. Standards Australia offers many benefits such as flexibility with working from home, regular team events, additional personal/carer's leave, regular awards, and on-going training. Our award-winning People Perks program includes the following great benefits:

  • Nine-day fortnight – enjoy every second Friday off
  • Parental and secondary carer leave benefits – supporting you and your family during the most important times in your life
  • Workiversary rewards – your commitment and loyalty won't go unrecognised
  • International working arrangement – do you have working rights in another country? Enjoy a few weeks of international working every year
  • Early access to long service leave – why wait 10 years for long service leave? 5 years sounds a lot better

What's next?
If Standards Australia sounds like the place for you, please submit your CV outlining your experience and suitability to this role. Eligible applicants must be Australian Citizens, Permanent Residents or have legal rights to work in Australia. Shortlisted applicants will be contacted within 15 business days of their application.

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