Senior Officer Government, Stakeholder Engagement and Advocacy

Senior Officer Government and Stakeholder
Engagement and Advocacy 

1x Permanent Full Time, 35 hours, 5 days per week

35 hours, 5 days per week

Competitive Salary

Close Date: Friday 26 April 2024

Liverpool is a vibrant city that lies in the heart of Greater Western Sydney.    Working with Liverpool City Council offers a wealth of professional opportunities as we are on an exciting journey to become Sydney’s third CBD and one of the fastest growing regions over the next decade.

With the construction of Western Sydney Airport and the development of Liverpool`s city centre as an innovative health, education, and lifestyle precinct, there has never been a more exciting time to work in Liverpool City. Liverpool is experiencing significant growth from urban release development and from redevelopment in established areas as it continues to provide outstanding levels of service to its wonderfully diverse community.

About This Role:

This role offers a unique opportunity to contribute to Liverpool's strategic direction, engage with key stakeholders, and drive positive outcomes for the community.

In this position, you will be responsible for building, maintaining, and supporting effective relationships between the Mayor, CEO’s offices, relevant Ministerial offices, industry groups and government agencies. You will also oversee and prepare briefing materials for the Mayor, Council, and CEO on key issues, risks, funding commitments, and opportunities as well as provide expert analysis of legislation and intergovernmental policies.

ABOUT YOU

The successful applicant will have:

• Degree qualifications in law, economics, political science, communications or other relevant disciplines
• Class C Driver’s Licence
• Demonstrated extensive experience in government relations or advocacy/communications dealing with senior Executives in either the public or private sectors
• Proven skills and experience in initiating, developing, delivering and evaluating appropriate materials for use by senior leaders and executives when dealing with the Commonwealth and NSW governments at both Ministerial and Agency levels
• Extensive experience in effectively developing and managing relationships with external senior leaders and across key internal organisation units to co-ordinate effective advocacy strategies.
• Experience in managing political sensitivities and complex issues including exercising confidentiality on all matters 

BENEFITS OF WORKING WITH US

Be rewarded with an attractive annual salary package (Salary will be dependent upon the relevant skills, experience, and competencies of the successful applicant.)

• Flexible working arrangements, including working from home and various council offices.
• Ability to accrue up to 2 days of flexitime leave per month, which equates to up to 24 days per year (Note: this is in addition to 4 weeks of annual leave per year).
• Free parking is available nearby, with subsidised parking also on offer.
• Access to a Fitness Passport membership
• Internal professional Learning and Development

For further information about the position please contact Samata Billa, Talent Acquisition Partner at 0287117765.

At LCC we know that our people are our most valuable investment.  They are the creative drive behind Councils major projects, their skills and knowledge contribute to council short- and long-term objectives. 

How to Apply: Please click the 'Apply' button above. Applicants must submit a covering letter, current resume and response to the selection/essential criteria questions which will be shown once you commence your application.

Liverpool City Council is committed to providing a working environment that supports all employees to reach their full potential.

To be eligible to apply for permanent positions at Liverpool City Council, you need to be an Australian Citizen or Permanent Resident.

We welcome candidates from all backgrounds and value diversity and inclusion in our workplace. We encourage all applicants, including First nation people, people with disability, LGBTIQ and culturally diverse communities to join Council.

Council will provide reasonable adjustments for individuals with a disability throughout the recruitment process.