Government Relations Manager

at  Uniting

GOVERNMENT RELATIONS MANAGER FULL-TIME, PERMANENT SYDNEY CBD (HYBRID WORK MODEL)

• Be the voice of a respected NFP in the corridors of power, championing progressive policies.
• Make a difference every day by driving initiatives that truly matter to people in need.
• Maximise your take-home pay with generous salary packaging benefits of up to $18,550 per year

QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE

• Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field or equivalent experience.
• A minimum of 3 years of experience in government relations or working with government in a policy or regulatory capacity.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Strong organisational and project management abilities, including the capacity to manage multiple projects and meet deadlines.
• Experience engaging and influencing a variety of internal and external stakeholders.
• Proven ability to represent an organisation positively at the highest levels.
• Understanding of policy, media, and government-related campaign coordination.
• Competence in using digital tools for government relations and advocacy.
• Ability to interpret and present complex research and policy to general audiences.
• Willingness to travel domestically and work irregular hours when required.
• Passion and understanding of social justice issues.

ABOUT THE ROLE

As the Government Relations Manager at Uniting, you will play a pivotal role in developing and executing strategies that strengthen our relationships with government stakeholders and advance our advocacy campaigns. You will act as a key liaison between Uniting and government entities, ensuring effective communication and alignment with organisational goals.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

Stakeholder and Government Engagement: Develop and nurture strong relationships with government officials and other stakeholders. Act as a primary contact point between Uniting and government entities, ensuring clear communication and shared objectives.

BEFORE APPLYING, PLEASE REVIEW THE ROLE RESPONSIBILITIES IN GREATER DETAIL BY CLICKING ON THE POSITION DESCRIPTION LINK BELOW.

PD Government Relations Manager.
For all questions, please don’t hesitate to contact Louise Massie via email at mmassie@uniting.org