Government Advocacy Specialist

vor 1 Monat


Melbourne, Österreich Arts Centre Melbourne Vollzeit

Policy, Planning & Regulation (Government & Defence)

The Government Advocacy Specialist will focus on strengthening Arts Centre Melbourne’s relationships with federal, state and local government departments, identifying and advising on opportunities that align with our strategic plan. Through this advocacy, we seek to elevate our position as a premier destination and a leader in the arts and cultural landscape.

In this role, you will report to the Deputy CEO and will support both the CEO and Deputy CEO to build and maintain relationships with parliamentary and public service stakeholders. The role is also responsible for liaising and coordinating activities with the portfolio Minister’s Office, the portfolio Department (currently DJSIR) and with Creative Victoria.

The successful candidate will:

  • Provide advice to the CEO, Deputy CEO, Executive and leaders on political and government policy issues relevant to ACM’s strategic priorities
  • Be a representative for ACM, building strong and trusted relationships with influential government and industry stakeholders
  • Have the ability to shape key messages and advocate for organisational priorities and funding

Your Qualifications, Skills and Experience (key criteria)

  • 5+ years’ experience in government or government relations at state and/or federal level
  • Tertiary qualifications in political science, public policy and administration, or communications will be highly regarded
  • Demonstrated track record in establishing advocacy and influence across multiple relationship domains with key government stakeholders
  • Confidence and experience in communicating with stakeholders at government level and industry professionals
  • Proven experience working and collaborating with multi-disciplinary teams and cross-organisational functions to achieve results

Arts Centre Melbourne acknowledges the Traditional Owners and Custodians of the land on which we gather, the Wurundjeri Woi-wurrung. We also acknowledge the neighbouring Kulin Nation groups, the Boonwurrung and Bunurong people, and pay our respects to elders, past and present.

Beneath our iconic Spire, in Hamer Hall and at the Sidney Myer Music Bowl, we showcase the best of Australian and international performing arts.

We’re proudly the home of our flagship Resident Companies – The Australian Ballet, Melbourne Symphony Orchestra, Melbourne Theatre Company and Opera Australia – and a range of presenters who collectively bring our stages and spaces to life.

Together with our own program of performances, events and experiences we offer a diversity of audiences a distinctly multidimensional approach to participation, education and engagement with the breadth of the performing arts.

We are now focused on Reimagining Arts Centre Melbourne as part of the Victorian Government’s commitment to transforming the Melbourne Arts Precinct into a thriving, connected creative and civic space over the coming years.

For a glimpse into working at Arts Centre Melbourne click here .

Enjoy Team Member Benefits

As a valued member of our ensemble, you will enjoy a number of great benefits including the opportunity to receive complimentary tickets, food & beverage discounts, discounted commuter benefits and onsite parking, access to well-being activities and learning and development programs.

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Arts Centre Melbourne welcomes applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, people from diverse cultural backgrounds, Disabled and Deaf people, members of the LGBTQIA+ community and people of all ages.

We seek to provide workplace adjustments at all relevant stages of the recruitment process such as alternative formats or other access supports. You can specify in the application form if you require any adjustments or please ask us at any stage. If you need to contact us about making workplace adjustments during the recruitment process, please send an email to peopleassist@artscentremelbourne.com.au

Please submit your resume together with a cover letter addressing the key criteria by 11:55pm Sunday 9th June 2024. Early applications are encouraged as suitable candidates may be invited to attend an interview prior to the closing date.

Employment at Arts Centre Melbourne is conditional upon the satisfactory completion of a National Police Check.

Applications are open to those with full working rights in Australia. Arts Centre Melbourne is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer

Sitting beneath one of our city's great symbols - our magnificent spire - Arts Centre Melbourne is both a defining Melbourne landmark and Australia's largest and busiest performing arts centre. Last year we staged more than 4,000 performances and events to more than 2.7 million people...

For nearly 30 years, we have played a leading role in showcasing the best local and international performing arts. We are host and partner to the national and state music, opera, theatre and dance companies, together with local companies, festivals and a multitude of commercial partners.

Source: This is an extract from the company's own website.

Sitting beneath one of our city's great symbols - our magnificent spire - Arts Centre Melbourne is both a defining Melbourne landmark and Australia's largest and busiest performing arts centre. Last year we staged more than 4,000 performances and events to more than 2.7 million people...

For nearly 30 years, we have played a leading role in showcasing the best local and international performing arts. We are host and partner to the national and state music, opera, theatre and dance companies, together with local companies, festivals and a multitude of commercial partners.

Source: This is an extract from the company's own website.

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