Experienced Senior Government Relations Advisor
To assist in delivering the work of the firm's Government Relations clients, manage client accounts and identify business development opportunities
Summary about this job
Public Relations & Corporate Affairs
Company: Cannings Purple
Location: Perth
Work type: Full Time
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Phone: +61-3-5094-2279
Fax: +61-8-3214-9779
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Detail information about job Experienced Senior Government Relations Advisor. Terms and conditions vacancy
About the business and the role
Cannings Purple is an award-winning, strategic communications consultancy, providing high quality and personalised communication advice. We deliver cohesive communication programs across media, government, investor, digital, employee and community audiences – providing an efficient, single source for clients seeking external support.
The primary purposes of this strategic role is to assist in delivering the work of the firm's Government Relations clients, manage client accounts and identify and develop business opportunities.
Job tasks and responsibilities
The tasks of this role include, but are not limited to:
- Support and develop client relationships:
- Collaboratively identify, manage and understand clients' community and government relations needs and goals
- Provide clients with strategic advice and coaching on how best to manage and present issues to government
- Negotiate contracts and fees
- Engage with government representatives with and on behalf of clients
- Prepare letters, briefing notes and media and marketing materials on behalf of clients
- Government Relations:
- Build bipartisan relationships and networks in government including with elected members and public servants
- Advocate to government members on behalf of clients
- Keep up to date on government policy and changes to key personnel in government, including ministerial offices and in the senior levels of the bureaucracy
Skills and experience
This role requires an experienced professional who works well under pressure. A keen awareness of key issues facing Local, State and Federal Governments is vital, along with an understanding of community and business trends.
The role would suit someone who has worked within a ministerial office or as a public servant and has a good knowledge of the operation of government agencies and policy development.
We are looking for a person with a high level of self-motivation, personal responsibility and accountability.
Strong written and verbal communication skills are fundamental requirements for success in this role.
The successful candidate will be required to sensitively manage confidential information and have good time management skills.
Academic:
A tertiary qualification in economics, communication, public relations, marketing or journalism would be advantageous
Technical:
Minimum 5-15 years industry and government experience
Excellent writing and editing skills
Working knowledge of Word, Excel, MS Office 365
Working knowledge of social media, including but not limited to Facebook and Twitter
Industry:
Knowledge and understanding of local media networks
Knowledge of ministerial offices' policies
Knowledge of 'Who's Who' in relevant government agencies and ministerial offices
Knowledge of government and parliamentary processes
Relevant industry networks and ability to attend networking functions
Ability to be registered on state and federal lobbyist registers
Suitably experienced candidates are invited to forward a covering letter and CV to [email protected] by COB on 25 July 2018
Previous applicants need not apply.