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About the Role

This role is responsible for strategic leadership for the Opera House’s government relations, strategic advocacy and intergovernmental engagement functions. The role is responsible for shaping and advancing the Opera House’s strategic positioning across all levels of government, strengthening the organisation’s influence within the cultural, economic and public policy landscape, and securing long-term government support and investment.

Responsibilities

Lead the development and delivery of the Opera House’s government relations strategy, building strong partnerships across Local, State and Federal Government.
Represent the organisation at senior government and industry forums, shaping cultural policy and influencing decision-making.
Drive strategic, organisation-wide initiatives on government policy, regulation and emerging sector issues to achieve business outcomes.
Develop and execute government funding, investment and partnership strategies, including State Budget bids and grant applications.
Oversee high-quality submissions, briefings and responses to government enquiries and policy initiatives.
Ensure timely, accurate government reporting and documentation, including ministerial briefs and key corporate plans.
Build and manage strategic stakeholder relationships to strengthen the Opera House’s profile and influence.
Provide strategic counsel to executive leadership on government relations and policy matters.

Requirements

Existing Australian work rights.
Satisfactory National Police Check.
Satisfactory Pre-Employment Health Assessment.

Skills

Government relations strategy development and delivery
Partnership building with Local, State and Federal Government
Representing the organisation at senior government and industry forums
Shaping cultural policy
Influencing decision-making
Driving strategic, organisation-wide initiatives on government policy, regulation and emerging sector issues
Developing and executing government funding, investment and partnership strategies
Overseeing submissions, briefings and responses to government enquiries
Ensuring timely and accurate government reporting and documentation
Building and managing strategic stakeholder relationships
Providing strategic counsel on government relations and policy matters

Location

Sydney

Work Type

Full Time

Experience Level

Senior

Salary/Compensations

Base salary of $170,596 per annum plus 12% Superannuation Contributions

Benefits

10% off onsite food and beverage outlets
5 weeks’ annual leave
Access to salary packaging
Discounted health insurance
Access to professional development programs
Staff engagement initiatives
Staff community groups
Fitness Passport
Complimentary wellbeing programs
Working for an organisation with a 6 Star Green Star performance rating
Working for an organisation committed to the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals
Complimentary tickets to shows

About the Company

The Sydney Opera House occupies a unique place in the cultural landscape. A globally recognised icon synonymous with inspiration and imagination, it’s one of the world’s busiest performing arts centres, the nation’s premier tourism destination and a World Heritage masterpiece that belongs to the people of NSW.
Driving this incredible place is a team of passionate and dedicated people. Join us in shaping the Opera House’s future and be provided with opportunities to grow and develop while making a positive contribution to our community.
The Opera House is a living work of art. A place of possibility and wonder – on and off the stage. We bring people together to be uplifted, empowered and entertained.
As set out in the Sydney Opera House Strategy 2024-2026, our ambition is to be Everyone’s House. To make this real, we are focused on four themes that underpin our organisational values (Creativity, Courage, Inclusivity, Integrity, Collaboration and Care): Everyone feels welcome here, We better understand and connect with the community, We are future ready, We lead and inspire positive change.

Equal Opportunity

The Opera House is an inclusive employer that recognises everyone is unique. The organisation welcomes you for who you are – as you are.
We welcome and encourage applications from First Nations people, recognising the value, unique skills and knowledge that First Nations employees bring to the workplace.
We welcome and encourage applications from people of all genders, people who are d/Deaf and/or with disability, from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds, neurodiverse, refugees and the LGBTQIA+ community.