Associate Director Government Relations

Develop strong external relationships with ministerial offices, government departments and agencies
- Work in a high performing, collaborative and innovative team
- The position is located at our Footscray Park Campus.

**About Us**:
At Victoria University (VU), our aim is to be a global leader in dual-sector learning and research by 2028. Join us on the journey and help us achieve our strategic drives embedded in our Strategic Plan 2022-2028: Start well, finish brilliantly. One of the drivers “Thriving place to Study and Work” will enable us to continue to create places that our students and staff love to belong and feel immense pride.

**About the Role**:
The Associate Director will be responsible for implementing the University’s federal and state government relations strategy, supporting VU's advocacy efforts on a wide range of funding, policy, and infrastructure priorities, and preparing presentations and submissions to government.

The Associate Director will develop relationships with key government stakeholders to advance the University’s priorities and manage the coordination of University-wide government relations activities.

**This full-time role is being offered on continuing basis with a competitive base salary plus 17% superannuation contribution together with other benefits and flexible working options.**

An example of the duties you may perform will include:

- Proactively manage the government relations activities with Federal and State Governments and other key external stakeholders for the University.
- Manage visits and events to Victoria University from Members of Parliament, Ministers and senior department representatives.
- Provide leadership and advice on government policy and issues impacting the University's strategic and business operations, including making recommendations for action and identifying risks.
- Ensure positive working relationships and day-to-day communication with stakeholders and respond to enquiries from government officials and University staff.

**About You**:

- Demonstrated understanding of the political, parliamentary and legislative processes of government
- Excellent communication, cross-cultural, negotiation and interpersonal skills
- Ability to work autonomously in a high performing team environment.

If you’re an energetic and driven individual with a commitment to excellence and innovation, with a strong understanding of government processes, excellent networks and a proven ability to work collaboratively, we would love to hear from you.

**What We Offer**:
VU strives to create a family friendly, diverse and inclusive workplace where all staff can succeed. VU offers a range of benefits and leave that aim to enhance and support your work and personal life.

**How To Apply**:
To view a copy of the position description, click here.
- Your resume.
- A statement addressing the Key Selection Criteria listed in the position description.
- Evidence of applicable qualifications, licenses, and registrations.

**Who Do You Contact?**

**Application Closing Date: Wednesday, 16 October 2024 at 11.59pm (AEST)
**Our Commitment to Protecting Country**:
Victoria University honours its deep diversity as a foundation for collaboration and social progress. We will demonstrate sensitivity in respecting First Nation perspectives. We will ensure that we respect our Indigenous voices and commit to sustainable Protecting Country. We will take leadership responsibility, in all that we do, to improve the health and wellbeing of our local and global communities, and the planet that we share.