General/Business Unit Manager (CEO & General Management)
Government - Federal (Government & Defence)
Full time Salary: $182,529 to $198,772 per annum plus 15.4% super
The Australian Institute of Marine Science is Australia's tropical marine research agency. We are a trusted advisor, a partner and employer of choice, and we value integrity, innovation, collaboration and respect. AIMS' research of Australia's tropical marine ecosystems guides their effective environmental management and contributes to our understanding of similar ecosystems around the world.
Our research seeks to deliver practical benefit to all Australians and supports the sustainable use of our tropical marine estate. Governments, reef managers, industry and the wider community look to our high-quality, long-term research for informed decisions about our iconic Great Barrier Reef, North-West Shelf, and Arafura and Timor Seas. AIMS expert teams at our locations in Townsville, Darwin and Perth have access to world-class infrastructure, unique datasets, cutting-edge laboratories, and a fleet of modern research vessels.
About this exciting opportunity As part of the AIMS Leadership Team and reporting to the CEO you will play a key role in the ongoing success and growth of AIMS by building AIMS' brand, reputation, visibility and positioning with key local, national and international audiences. You will achieve this by leading and developing a strategic, effective and coordinated portfolio of external engagement activities and contributing to the strategy and direction of AIMS.
Your leadership across the Corporate Communications and Public Affairs, Government Relations and International Partnerships functions will coordinate external activities in collaboration with other AIMS directorates and corporate functions, from strategic design to content and event delivery, tailored to meet complex stakeholder needs.
With a key role in promoting AIMS strategy and in ensuring strong integration between functions within (communications, government relations and international development) and outside (business development) the external relations program and that have a focus on managing relationships, you will draw on your expertise to lead and develop strategies, policies and procedures to achieve effective external engagement and communication, including implementing a modern unified communications strategy.
Representing AIMS at Australian and international conferences, workshops, strategic events and committees you will build and maintain influential and positive relationships with a broad range of stakeholders, including decision and policy makers in State and Commonwealth government departments, academic institutions, research agencies, organisations and private industry in the Asia-Pacific Region.
About you An experienced leader, your professional tertiary qualifications in a relevant field such as science, government and public relations, communications, marketing or business development will further support your extensive experience in delivering coordinated strategic engagement, communication and profile-raising activities, preferably in relation to science. This experience demonstrates your deep understanding of how to build reputation, brand, visibility and positioning of an organisation. The successful applicant is expected to have:
Excellent stakeholder engagement and relationship building skills, advanced cultural competency, and well known for their ability to influence diverse stakeholders; A proven track record of high-level leadership, able to foster an atmosphere of innovation, collaboration, creativity and excellence, creating connections across multidisciplinary teams; Experience operating as part of a senior management team, with well-honed leadership and business administration skills; Australian Government Negative Vetting Level 1 security clearance, or the ability to obtain and maintain; Previous experience with engagement or relationship-building in the marine science community, working with foundations or international aid programs, or working at senior levels in an Australian government context would be highly desirable. Apply now Join a world leading organisation with attractive working conditions. In line with our Enterprise Agreement, the successful candidate will be rewarded with:
AIMS AOF Level 8 salary ($182,529 to $198,772 per annum) plus 15.4% superannuation Full-time, 5-year Fixed Term opportunity Located in Townsville (Qld), Canberra (ACT), Perth (WA) or Darwin (NT) Relocation assistance available 9-day fortnight, enjoy a long weekend each fortnight Flexible Work Arrangements considered including hybrid working (where suitable) Generous and supportive leave entitlements Non-Australian Citizens must hold an appropriate Visa with working entitlements that allows paid employment with AIMS from commencement and for the full term of the appointment, depending on the relevant Department of Home Affairs current policies.
Next Step Further information about this exciting and challenging opportunity is outlined in the Candidate Information Pack which is available to download from our website If, after reviewing the position description and selection criteria included in the Candidate Information Pack, you believe that your qualifications, experience and professional capabilities will enable you to successfully deliver the position responsibilities, we encourage you to make an application via our website.
Submitting your Application: Please ensure that you have your completed documents (selection criteria responses, resume and cover letter) ready to attach to your online application form via our e-recruitment system which can be accessed via our website
AIMS acknowledges Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples as Australia's first scientists. We pay our deepest respects to Elders past, present and future, and the custodians of the land and sea Country on which we work.
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