Senior Advisor External Affairs
Salary AUD165,000 - AUD170,000 per annum
Location Brisbane
Due to an opening in the External Affairs team at one of...Senior Advisor External Affairs
Salary AUD165,000 - AUD170,000 per annum
Location Brisbane
Due to an opening in the External Affairs team at one of Australia’s leading Port Authorities, a fantastic opportunity is now available for a Senior Advisor External Affairs to join North Queensland Bulk Ports Corporation on a nine-month fixed term contract. With more than half of Queensland’s trade passing through their four ports: Weipa, Abbot Point, Mackay and Hay Point, NQBP is positioning itself at the leading edge in port industry innovation through its Smart Ports program.

As the Senior Advisor External Affairs, you will lead the development and implementation of contemporary and technically sound government and stakeholder relations strategies and services to enhance government relationships and support business goals. The successful candidate will have demonstrated experience in Government Relations with the ability to provide strategic advice and establish and maintain effective relationships with a diverse range of clients and stakeholders.

Key Responsibilities Include:

Develop and maintain effective government and stakeholder relationships;
Drive the delivery of effective government and stakeholder engagement in support of business outcomes;
Monitor and advise on government policy and industry developments as it relates to NQBP’s business consultation with business executives;
Drive the delivery of effective stakeholder engagement and coordination outcomes for government-driven policy initiatives;
Monitor and advise on policy, regulatory and legislative changes which may impact on operations and support the preparation of submissions and engagement activities to positively influence any proposed changes;
Coordinate preparations for, and monitoring of, Parliamentary sittings, including liaison with Chief Executive and senior leaders for annual Estimates hearings;
Coordinate development of proactive and reactive briefs for Shareholding Ministers and departments on a diverse range of subjects including related policy matters, capital projects and major organisational initiatives;
Build strong relationships with local and state government representatives, including providing ongoing advice about activities and working with the business to respond to any concerns;
Provide sound and timely advice and recommendations to the External Affairs team, Executive Team and Chief Executive to assist with the protection and enhancement of reputation.
Key Skills Required:

Tertiary qualifications in journalism, communications, marketing or other related discipline;
Previous experience in external relations, government relations or senior communications role within a complex industry and/or organisation;
Demonstrated experience engaging with key senior stakeholders and demonstrating strong acumen;
Previous experience working in or with Government departments at a federal, state and/or local level;
Working knowledge of Government and the Queensland political environment;
Media relations and influencer identification/outreach strategies;
Excellent written and verbal communication skills;
Ability to liaise effectively with both internal and external stakeholders;
Highly motivated and driven individual.
To apply please call Oliver Molinari on +61 (7) 3032 2291 Show more