Advisor, Government Relations

• Full-time, Fixed Term position for 2 years

• Salary HEW 6 + 17% Superannuation and Flexible Working Arrangements

• Based at the Melbourne CBD campus, but may be required to work and/or be based at other campuses of the University   

About You 

The Government Relations Advisor is a talented and versatile generalist supporting the Policy, Strategy & Impact Portfolio's Government Relations function in the relationship engagement, public policy advocacy and project support for government partnerships while also supporting the preparation, research and analysis of relevant policy and insights papers. 
 
To be successful in this position, you will have: 
Essential: 

• Tertiary qualification in communication, social sciences, economics or law

• Professional experience and working knowledge of government relations, public policy and/or public communication and stakeholder management.

• Deep working knowledge and experience with parliamentary inquiry, legislative procedure, budget development, machinery of government processes and practices at state and federal levels are a must. 

Desirable:   

• Excellent and demonstrated written and verbal communication skills and an understanding of writing principles that align with the preparation of briefs, concise summaries and executive briefing materials.

• Proficiency in the range and specifics of the public policy environment that RMIT engages with and be able to assess the potential implications of policy changes for RMIT in a way that advances RMIT's Knowledge with Action strategic goals and objectives

• Proven commitment to collaboration, versatility, flexibility and teamwork: in a mature and efficient manner 

Please Note: Appointment to this position is subject to passing a Working with Children and National Police Check. 

About the College 

The Policy, Strategy and Impact (PSI) Portfolio provides focus and momentum for the projects and priorities that were identified in Knowledge With Action: RMIT's Strategic Plan, developed in

PSI works to support and advance the implementation of RMIT's strategic priorities, including through strategy projects, Indigenous engagement, innovative partnerships, public policy & government relations and capability development.  

PSI includes diverse teams such as the Strategy team, Office of the Vice-Chancellor, the Ngarara Willim Centre, the Australian APEC Study Centre, RMIT Activator, Workforce Innovation and Development Institute and the Health Transformation Lab.    

The portfolio works as a network of collaborative and inclusive teams, working to develop and extend an 'impact ecosystem' of relationships and partnerships across and beyond the university PSI teams provide a distinctive set of evidence-driven, innovation, public policy and community engagement expertise. 

To Apply  
Please submit your CV and covering letter addressing your suitability for this position by clicking on the 'Apply' link at the top of this page.  
 

For further information about this position, please see the Position Description hyperlinked below or contact Cath Davis via email  
 

Position Description - Advisor, Government Relations 
 

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