Manager, Government and Board Relations

**TAFE SA**
**Job reference**: 648530
**Location**: 5000 - ADELAIDE
**Job status**: Ongoing
**Eligibility**: Open to Everyone
- **Ongoing Appointment**

**- SA’s Largest Registered Training Organisation**
**- ASO8 salary range ($121,107 - $125,679 + super)**
**About TAFE SA**
TAFE SA is proud to deliver world-class vocational education and training (VET) across South Australia. Recently named Training Provider of the Year at the 2024 South Australian Training Awards, TAFE SA provides high-quality, future-focused training in metropolitan, regional, and remote areas, ensuring our students can reach their full potential.

Since establishing in 1971, we’ve taught over one million students in more than 80 industry areas. With specialist, purpose-built facilities, high-quality in-person and online delivery, and educators who are experts in their industries, TAFE SA is at the forefront of building a resilient and innovative workforce for South Australia.

TAFE SA is the 2024 Large Training Provider of the Year.

**About the Role**
This high-profile position sits at the heart of TAFE SA’s strategic operations. Reporting to the Executive Manager, Office of the Chief Executive, you’ll manage a team of skilled professionals and ensure the seamless delivery of critical projects, initiatives, and administrative support.

As the Manager, Government and Board Relations, you will be a trusted advisor to the Chief Executive and Board, providing expert analysis, actionable insights, and high-level briefings on sensitive and complex matters. Your leadership will play a pivotal role in shaping decisions that influence the future of vocational education in South Australia.

**Key Responsibilities**:

- Lead the planning, development, and implementation of key projects aligned with government and board priorities.
- Provide expert advice, research, and high-level briefings to the Chief Executive and other senior stakeholders.
- Manage complex, sensitive, and politically significant matters with discretion and professionalism.
- Drive process improvement, leveraging new technologies to enhance team performance.
- Oversee the recruitment and appointment processes for Board Directors and manage sensitive government, Parliamentary, and Cabinet matters.
- Build and maintain strong collaborative relationships with stakeholders across the South Australian Government, VET sector, and TAFE SA.

**Who We’re Looking For**
We are seeking an exceptional leader with a proven track record in government and board relations.

The successful applicant will have:

- Extensive experience managing high-performing teams and leading complex projects.
- Proven ability to produce sensitive, high-level advice and briefings for senior stakeholders.
- Expertise in government administration, Parliamentary processes, and stakeholder engagement.
- Strong leadership skills with a focus on driving performance, change management, and strategic outcomes.
- Exceptional written and verbal communication skills.
- Knowledge & understanding of Aboriginal Culture & Community.

If you thrive in complex, high-stakes environments and want to work where your expertise can make a real impact, this is the role for you.

For more information about the position, please refer to the Role Description.

**Application Instructions**:
Applicants will be required to undergo the appropriate and relevant Employment Screening Assessments required for this role, including a Working with Children Check.

**Inclusion and Flexibility Statement**

TAFE SA offers a range of work options to attract and retain great staff, including part-time. We support employees to manage their work-life balance at all stages of their lives. Applicants are encouraged to discuss the flexible working arrangements for this role.

**Enquiries**
Amanda Brownlie
Executive Manager
Ph: 0448 371 831

**Applications close**: 05/02/2025 11:45 PM

**Flexibility Statement**
The South Australian public sector promotes diversity and flexible ways of working including part-time. Applicants are encouraged to discuss the flexible working arrangements for this role.