Government Relations & Policy Specialist
Perth Airport is Australia's Western Hub, connecting people, businesses, and communities of Western Australia with the rest of Australia and the world.
About the Role
We are looking for a skilled Government Relations & Policy Specialist to join our team. As a key member of our corporate affairs team, you will be responsible for supporting engagement strategies and strengthening key government and stakeholder relationships.
Key Responsibilities:
* Assist in the development and execution of Perth Airport's government engagement strategy, fostering relationships across local, state, and federal government levels.
* Collaborate with internal teams to support government-related initiatives, ensuring they align with broader corporate objectives.
* Build and strengthen relationships with key external partners, including industry bodies, community organisations, and aviation stakeholders.
* Identify opportunities for the leadership team to engage with key influencers in our community.
* Assist in the writing of policy papers and related documents that support engagement and campaign goals.
* Assist in preparation of external communication materials such as speeches, media releases, presentations, and stakeholder updates.
About You
We are looking for an experienced professional with a strong background in government or stakeholder engagement, who is able to manage high-level relationships and drive projects from concept through to completion.
* Strong experience in government or stakeholder engagement, with a demonstrated ability to manage high-level relationships.
* Proven project and campaign management expertise, capable of driving projects from concept through to completion.
* Excellent communication skills, proven experience in drafting media statements, speeches, and presentations.
* Advanced knowledge of both traditional and digital media, as well as internal and external communication approaches.
* Highly organised, able to manage competing priorities, and work effectively in a dynamic environment.
* A collaborative team player with excellent interpersonal skills, able to build strong relationships and communicate effectively with diverse stakeholders.
About Us
We offer a dynamic and supportive team culture, a contemporary workplace with great facilities, and a modern approach to work/life integration. Our competitive remuneration package comes with additional company benefits, including free parking. We are an Equal Opportunities Employer and are committed to building an equitable and diverse workforce representative of the community we serve.