Director, Partnerships and Engagement
We are seeking a self-motivated and experienced senior executive to drive and influence research translation, policy, advocacy, and partnerships at one of Australia's largest medical research institutes dedicated to identifying and tackling the biggest health challenges faced by kids.
The role will play a critical part in delivering The Kids Research Institute Australia's strategic plan, working closely with the Executive Team and Board to develop and execute strategies to increase the organisation's reach, impact, and funding.
Main Responsibilities:
* Influencing how we connect with partners and the community, communicate effectively, build our brand and reputation, secure philanthropic funding, and oversee the translation of our research impact.
* Managing how we communicate and connect with each other within the Institute.
* Providing leadership across the Institute and externally to ensure we are communicating and building relationships internally among research and professional teams and externally with collaborators, donors, corporate partners, academia, governments, and most importantly our community, including First Nations communities and partners.
About You:
* Demonstrated entrepreneurial spirit to actively seek and deepen external organisational relationships.
* Proven senior level experience in working with partnerships in the not-for-profit sector.
* Significant experience with and understanding of the donor landscape for medical research funding.
* Demonstrated experience as an effective business partner, having the necessary leadership and communication skills to give advice on brand, marketing, and stakeholder engagement to the Executive.
* Experienced in leading leaders and change management.
* Strong communication skills with experience in managing internal and external communications strategies, including engaging with media.
About Us:
* We aim to create a workplace where people are respected and encouraged to fulfil their potential.
* We encourage a workforce that is innovative, eager to acquire knowledge and enhance skills; we embrace employee differences and foster a culture that supports diversity and inclusion.
* Culture and benefits include work-life balance through flexible work options, additional annual leave over Christmas and Easter, salary packaging, extensive health and wellbeing program, modern offices, and access to Corporate Health Insurance.
To be successful in this role you must have a strong track record of driving partnerships, fundraising, and communications in a complex environment. If you are a dynamic leader who thrives in a fast-paced environment and can provide guidance and support to the Institute's researchers and staff, please click 'Apply Now' to navigate to our Career Site to view the Job Description and submit your application.