(HEO7) $98,343 - $109,989 per annum plus an employer contribution of 17% superannuation applies.
Fixed-term, full time position available until February 2026
The Media and Corporate Relations branch proactively positions the University of Adelaide as a key driver of social and economic prosperity in South Australia and as a respected thought leader, through effective agenda setting with key external stakeholders in media, government, industry, and the broader community.
Reporting to the Head of Government Relations and Protocol receiving broad direction and working with a degree of autonomy, the Government Relations & Policy Adviser is responsible for operationalising, maintaining and realising the benefits of effective university- wide partnerships with government stakeholders and supporting university-wide strategic policy and advocacy.
The position will also provide advice and assistance to those areas across the University that maintain and develop mutually beneficial partnerships with government stakeholders to strengthen those relationships, enhance the University's reputation and to avoid duplication of activities.
To be successful you will need:
Enjoy an outstanding career environment
The University of Adelaide is a uniquely rewarding workplace. The size, breadth and quality of our education and research programs - including significant industry, government and community collaborations - offers you vast scope and opportunity for a long, fulfilling career.
It also enables us to attract high-calibre people in all facets of our operations, ensuring you will be surrounded by talented colleagues, many world-leading. Our work's cutting-edge nature - not just in your own area, but across virtually the full spectrum of human endeavour - provides a constant source of inspiration.
Our culture is one that welcomes all and embraces diversity consistent with our Staff Values and Behaviour Framework and our Values of integrity, respect, collegiality, excellence and discovery. We firmly believe that our people are our most valuable asset, so we work to grow and diversify the skills, knowledge and capability of all our staff.
We embrace flexibility as a key principle to allow our people to manage the changing demands of work, personal and family life.
In addition, we offer a wide range of attractive staff benefits. These include: salary packaging; flexible work arrangements; high-quality professional development programs and activities; and an on-campus health clinic, gym and other fitness facilities.
Learn more at: adelaide.edu.au/jobs
Your division's broader role
The Division of External Engagement is committed to the University's growth ambitions through best practice marketing, the generation of international opportunities, and the forging of deep industry, media and alumni connections.
Learn more at: https: // www. adelaide.edu.au/external-engagement/
If you have the talent, we'll give you the opportunity. Together, let's make history.
Click on the ‘Apply Now' button to be taken through to the online application form. Please ensure you submit a cover letter, resume, and upload a document that includes your responses to all of the selection criteria for the position as contained in the position description document.
Applications close 11:55pm, Sunday 10th November 2024.
The University reserves the right to close this advertisement before the closing date if a suitable candidate is identified.
For further information
For a confidential discussion regarding this position; contact:
Sonia McKenzie Head of Government Relations & Protocol E: [email protected]
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The University of Adelaide is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer committed to providing a working environment that embraces and values diversity and inclusion. Female applicants, people with a disability and/or and Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people who meet the requirements of this position are strongly encouraged to apply. If you have any support or access requirements, we encourage you to advise us at time of application.
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