Government Relations Lead

About the Role:The Government Relations Lead will play a key role in developing and maintaining strong relationships with government stakeholders, including ministerial advisers and staff in government departments. This position will be responsible for promoting the work of the State Government of Victoria, Australia, and raising awareness about its role as a world-leading health promotion agency.
Key Responsibilities:Government Relations Strategy: Develop and deliver an overarching government relations strategy aligned with the State Government of Victoria, Australia's strategy.Stakeholder Engagement: Develop and maintain strategic relationships with government and members of parliament.Communication: Promote the work of the State Government of Victoria, Australia, across the community and raise awareness about its role as a world-leading health promotion agency with government and parliamentary stakeholders.About You:We're looking for someone who will be a confident and capable relationship builder to advocate internally and externally for the State Government of Victoria, Australia's strategy, purpose, and aspirations. They must be able to provide exemplary liaison, demonstrate strong communication skills, and represent the State Government of Victoria, Australia, in a professional manner.
Qualifications and Experience:Relevant Qualifications: Relevant tertiary qualifications in public policy or a related field.Government Experience: Previous experience working in government as a policy adviser or ministerial or electorate staffer at either state or federal levels or;Government Relations Experience: Previous experience working in government relations or advocacy with a statutory authority or not-for-profit.