Head of Government Relations (12-month max term contract)

Description

• Act as a strategic advisor to the CEO, ELT and (as required) the Board on government engagement 

• Develop and lead QTC’s government stakeholder strategy, aligned to long-term priorities 

• Build and maintain strong relationships with Ministers, advisers and senior bureaucrats 

• Monitor and interpret policy, regulatory and political developments, providing clear advice 

• Identify issues early and lead strategic response and advocacy approaches 

• Prepare senior leaders for high-profile engagements (e.g. Estimates Hearings) 

• Oversee government-facing communications, including briefings, correspondence and messaging 

• Support the management of sensitive or high-stakes issues, protecting QTC’s reputation 

• Work across QTC to ensure consistent, accurate and timely information is provided to Government 

• Extensive experience in government relations, policy or senior advisory roles 

• A well-established network across the Queensland Government 

• Experience working in the public sector, financial sector or similarly complex environments 

• Strong ability to influence, engage and build trust at a senior level 

• Excellent communication skills, with the ability to translate complexity into clear messaging 

• A pragmatic, solutions-focused mindset with a strong governance and risk lens 

• The ability to work collaboratively across senior stakeholders to drive outcomes 

• University degree in a relevant discipline, or an equivalent combination of qualifications and experience