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Senior Advisor - Government Relations and Community Engagement

  • 493219
  • South Perth
  • Corporate Affairs - Corp
  • Consulting and Strategy
  • Full Time
  • Closing on: Sep 27 2024

Roster:

Monday - Friday | Permanent | Full Time

Location:

South Perth Corporate Office

Key Benefits:

Significant bonus opportunity, fully paid private health insurance, 26 weeks parental leave, generous health and wellbeing programs + more

 

Your Opportunity

Following a recent strategy and operating model review, our focus is on building the structure, skills and capabilities required for the next chapter of the IGO story.  Our Investor Relations and Corporate Affairs team are seeking applications for a newly created Senior Advisor, Government Relations and Stakeholder Engagement position. Within this role you will be responsible for developing and supporting strategic engagement and advocacy with all levels of Government and industry associations, as well as the opportunity to make a difference through driving IGO’s community partnership and corporate giving program.

 

Reporting to the Head of Corporate Affairs and Investor Relations your key accountabilities include:

  • Provide strategic government relations and advocacy advice and monitor relevant changes to government policies and their impacts;
  • Facilitate and lead IGO’s engagement with key industry associations (i.e. AMEC, CME, MCA etc.);
  • Develop and manage the framework for our corporate giving program and effectively manage the relationships with our community partners;  
  • Seek to understand value and impact from our partnerships and monitor for effectiveness.

 

About Your Experience

Along with an influential communication style and pro-active attitude, you must be a team player and bring the following skills:

  • Significant experience working in Government Relations, Corporate Affairs or a related field;
  • Strong understanding of the political landscape around Australia and capability to quickly understand complex issues and their impact;
  • Ability to build effective relationships with stakeholders and corporate partners;
  • Experience working with an ASX listed company in the mining / resources sector is desirable but not essential;
  • Relevant Tertiary qualifications in Government Relations, Public/Corporate Affairs, Journalism or similar; and  
  • National Police Clearance obtained within the last two months.

Apply Today

Apply today with an up-to-date resume and covering letter to express your interest in this role. IGO reserves the right to withdraw adverts prior to scheduled closing dates.

As a Circle Back Initiative Employer, we commit to responding to every applicant.

 

About Us

IGO is an ASX 100 listed mining and exploration company focused on creating a better planet for future generations by discovering, developing and delivering products critical to clean energy.

As a purpose-led organisation with strong, embedded values and a culture of caring for our people and our stakeholders, we believe we are Making a Difference by safely, sustainably and ethically delivering the products our customers need to advance the global transition to decarbonisation.

 

Our Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion

We are focused on fostering inclusivity and improving a diverse representation of people across the business, including gender, cultural identity, ethnicity, age, education, experience, physical and mental ability, thought and/or sexuality. We encourage applications from all members of these groups, particularly Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people.

 

Our Culture

Our culture provides an environment where our people feel a strong sense of pride in the difference that they can make to future generations. We are bold, passionate, fearless and fun – a smarter, kinder, and more innovative team. When you join us, we will invest in your career and your development, to ensure you achieve your goals, now and into the future. Find out more about life at IGO by connecting directly with our people, who are available to answer any questions you may have: https://careers.igo.com.au/meet-our-people