ASO6 Government Relations Adviser

Reference: BH-175985
About the Company
Our client is a prominent department within the government sector, focused on delivering essential services and initiatives that benefit the community. Known for their professionalism, innovative approach, and community focus, they strive to foster a collaborative environment where public service and sustainability are at the forefront of everything they do.

About the Role
Our client is currently seeking a Government Relations Adviser on a casual 6-month contract to support the Office of the Chief Executive within a government department. This role has been created to strengthen communication and engagement with government stakeholders. You’ll provide vital advice, compile research, and produce documentation that helps ensure projects and policies align with government priorities and directions.

Key Responsibilities
  • Drafting professional correspondence for government officials and offices
  • Conducting research and preparing strategic advice to support decision-making
  • Building and maintaining relationships with government departments and stakeholders
  • Ensuring all communication and documentation align with government policies and organisational goals
  • Managing multiple priorities, operating efficiently under tight deadlines
  • Providing the Minister’s Office with timely updates and relevant policy insights
About You
The ideal candidate will have a background in policy, communications, or political affairs, or extensive experience working within government. You enjoy working in fast-paced environments, possess excellent written communication skills, and have a keen political awareness. You’re confident managing competing priorities and delivering advice with integrity and professionalism.

What You’ll Bring:
  • Tertiary qualifications in policy, communications, or a related field, or equivalent extensive experience
  • Strong written and verbal communication skills with attention to detail
  • Solid understanding of government processes and political environments
  • Ability to operate efficiently with multiple competing priorities
  • Research and analytical skills
  • Experience liaising with government officials or policymakers
Why Apply
This is a fantastic opportunity to contribute to impactful government projects while advancing your career in government relations. If you’re strategic, proactive, and enjoy working within a collaborative team, we encourage you to apply online today. The contract is casual for 6 months, with a competitive hourly rate, and the role is based in Adelaide, near Victoria Square.

Next Steps
Please submit your application online, clearly demonstrating how your experience matches the role’s requirements. For any questions, follow the application process on our careers page. Please note that the successful candidate will need to provide referees, police checks, and identification as part of onboarding.
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At Chandler Macleod, we are committed to fostering a diverse workforce where everyone is welcome. We encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, women, neurodiverse, people living with a disability and the LGBTIQA+ community.

You can read more about our commitment to diversity and inclusion at https://www.chandlermacleod.com/diversity-and-inclusion.
Company Background:

Chandler Macleod is a highly regarded and well established recruitment organisation, part of RGF Staffing and Recruit Holdings, the fourth largest staffing network in the world! We partner with over 3500 companies globally providing job hunters with endless opportunities to find and succeed in their work.

Chandler Macleod knows what it takes to recruit, select, and retain the best people. We’re in the business of understanding how people tick because we’ve been digging deep into people’s needs and motivations since 1959.

We uncover the ‘BestFit™’ for employers and job hunters alike by looking beyond the CV’s and JD’s. This allows us to match candidates to jobs that bring out their best and discover people that can make businesses boom.

We’re a team of flexible thinkers and detail obsessors, who believe that the right fit can lead to a happier life. Because when you really get people, you really open up a world of opportunity.

There are several brands that make up Chandler Macleod, these include our Staffing business, our Consulting business, our xPO Talent Solutions business and our Managed Services business.

You can learn more at our website: www.chandlermacleod.com

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