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"Head of Public Affairs"

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Head of Public Affairs

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Classification: Senior Manager 3

Salary package: Competitive salary package plus 17% superannuation

Terms: Full time, continuing 

Position Overview 

Reporting to the Chief Communications Officer, the Head of Public Affairs leads and manages teams within ANU Communications and Engagement Division (ACE) and works closely with communications teams across the University. The role requires collaboration with other departments within ACE, including government relations, internal communications, publications, events and multimedia. The Head of Public Affairs is a senior position within ANU working closely with the University leadership (including the Chancellor, Vice-Chancellor, Provost and Chief Operating Officer), and across the corporate and academic functions of the University.

For further information please contact Steven Fanner, Acting Director, ANU Communications and Engagement at E: steven.fanner@anu.edu.au

The University actively encourages applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people. For more information on employment opportunities, contact our Indigenous Employment Consultant on indigenous.employment@anu.edu.au  

ANU values diversity and inclusion and is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to those of all backgrounds and identities. For more information about staff equity at ANU, visit https://services.anu.edu.au/human-resources/respect-inclusion

Application information

In order to apply for this role please make sure that you upload the following documents:

  • A statement (no more than two pages) addressing the selection criteria.
  • A current curriculum vitae (CV) which includes the names and contact details of at least three referees (preferably including a current or previous supervisor).

Applications which do not address the selection criteria may not be considered for the position.

Please note: The successful candidate must have rights to live and work in this country and will be required to undergo a background check during the recruitment process. An offer of employment is conditional on satisfactory results. 

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