Stakeholder Engagement Advisor Policy Planning and Operations

Stakeholder Engagement Advisor Policy Planning and Operations

AEMO is Australia’s independent energy system and market operator and system planner. AEMO’s purpose is to ensure safe, reliable and affordable energy today, and enable the energy transition for the benefit of all Australians. Australian governments are now committed to a net zero economy for Australia by 2050 and our vision is to enable this. We have the once‑in‑a‑lifetime opportunity to co‑design the future of our energy systems, and our core values revolve around character, commitment, and connection. Join us as we contribute to this significant transition in the energy sector.

About the role

Effective stakeholder engagement is a core pillar of AEMO’s work. Our stakeholder environment is complex, crossing government, industry, consumers and community. High‑quality, proactive and consistent engagement will help AEMO to be a trusted partner with our stakeholders to deliver better energy outcomes for consumers and the community.

This is an exciting, early‑career opportunity to join AEMO’s Stakeholder Engagement Team, engaging across the spectrum of policy, system planning and operations. You will have a critical role in driving consistent, exceptional engagement in line with AEMO’s Corporate Plan, Stakeholder Strategy and Principles throughout policy, planning and operations.

This role can be based across any AEMO site from Melbourne, Brisbane, Adelaide or Sydney with flexibility to work from home.

What you will be doing

With guidance from the senior staff and managers you will

- Assist with the implementation of communication and engagement plans and strategies, facilitate events and develop quality, consistent supporting content and materials for stakeholders.

- Identify opportunities to share stakeholder insights and drive improvements in engagement work.

- Proactively capture insights from stakeholders and share with the wider team and business.

- Respond to emails in group mailbox and to formal queries as part of an engagement.

- Assist with the management and maintenance of stakeholder mapping, stakeholder contact databases and AEMO’s CRM.

What you will bring to the role

- Relevant tertiary qualifications (Bachelor) in social sciences, communications, public relations or related field.

- Some experience in small to medium sized, corporate and/or complex service delivery organisations. Understanding of the Energy sector is favourably regarded but is not essential.

- Advanced proficiency with Excel, PowerPoint and the Microsoft Office suite. Experience with Microsoft Dynamics for CRM highly regarded.

- Good organisational, communication and interpersonal skills, including effective written and verbal communication and consultation.

- Ability to understand complex technical, commercial or regulatory issues and translate into meaningful stakeholder messaging.

Benefits

- Flexible working: work from home, part time, job share, hybrid options and additional leave options.

- Professional development via projects, industry networks, job rotation, study assistance and more.

- Up to 4 days of volunteering leave per year.

- Annual performance bonuses (subject to eligibility).

- Wellness program, discounted health insurance, gym perks and comprehensive Employee Assistance Program (EAP).

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About Our Process

At AEMO we are committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workforce. We welcome people of all backgrounds, including people with disabilities and neurodivergence and those who identify as Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander. If you have any accessibility requirements to support you during the application or interview process, simply let us know by emailing us at talent@aemo.com.au.

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