"Head of Government Relations"

Head of Government Relations

Classification: Senior Manager 3

Salary: $169,358 plus 17% superannuation 

Term: Full time, Continuing

Position Overview

Reporting to the Director, Regulatory Affairs and Engagement, the Head of Government Relations is responsible for the coordination and strategic management of the University’s engagement with government, parliament and key public sector stakeholders. The Office operates within the Vice-Chancellor’s portfolio and works closely with the Chancellor, Vice-Chancellor, University Executive, Colleges, and professional portfolios.

The Head of Government Relations provides strategic leadership of the University’s engagement with Federal, State and Territory Governments and the Parliament, with a particular focus on elected representatives, Ministers, advisers, senior officials, and parliamentary processes. The role is critical to advancing the University's strategic interests, managing institutional risk, supporting reputation rebuild, and ensuring the University meets its obligations for transparency, accuracy, and integrity in parliamentary and government engagement.

This includes leadership of the University’s approach to Senate Estimates, parliamentary inquiries, advocacy, policy intelligence, and high-level relationship management, ensuring a coordinated, consistent, and trusted institutional presence.

For further information please contact Yana Potrebica, Director, Regulatory Affairs and Engagement, at drae@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

To lodge your application for this role please upload the following documents:

• A statement addressing the selection criteria (no more than two pages).
• A current curriculum vitae (CV) which includes the names and contact details of at least three referees (preferably including a current or previous supervisor). If your CV does not include referees you can complete these online when prompted in the application form.
• Other documents, if required.

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.