Stakeholders & External Policy Senior Advisor
Job no: 1476
Category: Corporate Affairs & Communications
- $112,195 plus 11.5% Super
- Based in Leederville, a short walk from the train station
- Permanent position
About the role
Based in Leederville, we are seeking a motivated, influential and knowledgeable Stakeholders and External Policy Senior Advisor to join our team
In this role you’ll be responsible for providing advice, support and guidance on the development and implementation of effective stakeholder engagement and external policy activities, aligned to our corporate objectives and goals to achieve the Water Corporation vision.
Who are we?
When you join Water Corporation, you play an important role for the people of WA. Our services are essential for life – every day, millions of Western Australians rely on us to deliver and manage water across our state.
If you’re driven to make a meaningful contribution, you’ve come to the right place.
Real benefits that matter
- Two well-being days each year to do whatever you need to do to feel good
- Generous co-contribution superannuation up to 15.5%
- Access to long service leave pro rata after 3 years of service
- Purchase additional leave of up to 12 weeks or work 4 years at a reduced salary and take the fifth year off as paid leave
Discover more benefits we offer to support the unique and individual ways our employees live.
What you can expect with this role
- Liaise with internal stakeholders to ensure effective communication is undertaken with corporate stakeholders impacted by Water Corporation deliverables.
- Support the ongoing implementation of the corporate stakeholder framework
- Assist with the development and implementation of stakeholder engagement strategies and plans.
- Track and monitor external activities related to Government policy – both State and Federal.
- Work with internal stakeholders to research and develop policy positions on behalf of Water Corporation.
- Support our leaders with their stakeholder engagement through policy research and scanning.
Your skills and experience
- Degree qualification in Political Science, Communications, Public Relations, or a related discipline
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills demonstrated by an ability to consistently produce clear and compelling information.
- Proven expertise in stakeholder engagement government policy
- Experience developing and managing integrated stakeholder engagement strategies
Sound like a match? Apply today
If you are interested in the above opportunity, please submit a covering letter and resume that best demonstrates your skills and experience as well as your ability to meet the requirements of the role.
Applications close Friday 24th January 2025
As part of the recruitment process you will be required to complete Pre-Employment screening which may include a medical, qualification check police clearance and Australian working rights check.
We reserve the right to withdraw this ad prior to the closing date.
Our commitment to a diverse and inclusive workplace:
Diversity and inclusion are more than words. They guide us on building a thriving workforce that reflects the diversity of our customers and our community.
We encourage applications from every background, including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, people with disability, women, youth, LGBTQIA+ folks and people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds.
We are committed to ensuring an accessible and inclusive work environment to enable people with disability to participate fully in all aspects of employment.
Applicants with disability who require adjustments, or alternative methods of communication in the recruitment process, can contact a Recruitment Officer at recruitment@watercorporation.com.au or 9420 2000.
To read our diversity and inclusion statement, please visit our website
Job no: 1476
Category: Corporate Affairs & Communications
- $112,195 plus 11.5% Super
- Based in Leederville, a short walk from the train station
- Permanent position
About the role
Based in Leederville, we are seeking a motivated, influential and knowledgeable Stakeholders and External Policy Senior Advisor to join our team
In this role you’ll be responsible for providing advice, support and guidance on the development and implementation of effective stakeholder engagement and external policy activities, aligned to our corporate objectives and goals to achieve the Water Corporation vision.
Who are we?
When you join Water Corporation, you play an important role for the people of WA. Our services are essential for life – every day, millions of Western Australians rely on us to deliver and manage water across our state.
If you’re driven to make a meaningful contribution, you’ve come to the right place.
Real benefits that matter
- Two well-being days each year to do whatever you need to do to feel good
- Generous co-contribution superannuation up to 15.5%
- Access to long service leave pro rata after 3 years of service
- Purchase additional leave of up to 12 weeks or work 4 years at a reduced salary and take the fifth year off as paid leave
Discover more benefits we offer to support the unique and individual ways our employees live.
What you can expect with this role
- Liaise with internal stakeholders to ensure effective communication is undertaken with corporate stakeholders impacted by Water Corporation deliverables.
- Support the ongoing implementation of the corporate stakeholder framework
- Assist with the development and implementation of stakeholder engagement strategies and plans.
- Track and monitor external activities related to Government policy – both State and Federal.
- Work with internal stakeholders to research and develop policy positions on behalf of Water Corporation.
- Support our leaders with their stakeholder engagement through policy research and scanning.
Your skills and experience
- Degree qualification in Political Science, Communications, Public Relations, or a related discipline
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills demonstrated by an ability to consistently produce clear and compelling information.
- Proven expertise in stakeholder engagement government policy
- Experience developing and managing integrated stakeholder engagement strategies
Sound like a match? Apply today
If you are interested in the above opportunity, please submit a covering letter and resume that best demonstrates your skills and experience as well as your ability to meet the requirements of the role.
Applications close Friday 24th January 2025
As part of the recruitment process you will be required to complete Pre-Employment screening which may include a medical, qualification check police clearance and Australian working rights check.
We reserve the right to withdraw this ad prior to the closing date.
Our commitment to a diverse and inclusive workplace:
Diversity and inclusion are more than words. They guide us on building a thriving workforce that reflects the diversity of our customers and our community.
We encourage applications from every background, including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, people with disability, women, youth, LGBTQIA+ folks and people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds.
We are committed to ensuring an accessible and inclusive work environment to enable people with disability to participate fully in all aspects of employment.
Applicants with disability who require adjustments, or alternative methods of communication in the recruitment process, can contact a Recruitment Officer at recruitment@watercorporation.com.au or 9420 2000.
To read our diversity and inclusion statement, please visit our website
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