Director - Government Relations

Mater • Town of Newstead, NY

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About The Position

Mater is seeking an exceptional Director, Government Relations to lead our government engagement, policy influence and funding advocacy agenda across Federal, State and Local Government. This is a critical and high impact leadership role responsible for positioning Mater as a trusted, solutions-focused partner to government. You will influence policy, secure strategic funding and partnerships, and drive advocacy outcomes that support Mater’s Mission and objectives across health, community services, workforce and our education and research subsidiaries. Working closely with the Executive Director, Corporate Affairs, the Group Leadership Team and senior leaders across Mater Health, Mater Education, Mater Research and Mater Foundation, you will shape and deliver an group wide government relations strategy that creates measurable impact.

Requirements

• Proven senior experience in government relations, public policy or advocacy
• Strong network across government, ministerial and sector stakeholders
• Track record of influencing policy, funding or partnership outcomes
• Deep understanding of government processes and funding pathways
• Exceptional communication, judgement and stakeholder engagement skills
• Commercially astute with the ability to deliver measurable outcomes

Nice To Haves

• You are a highly credible and strategic leader with deep political insight, strong executive presence and an established network across government and industry.

Responsibilities

• Lead Mater’s government relations, policy and advocacy strategy, with a focus on Federal engagement
• Identify and secure funding, partnership and policy opportunities aligned to strategic priorities
• Monitor political and policy environments to proactively shape opportunities
• Develop high-impact submissions, briefings and advocacy materials
• Build and maintain senior relationships across government, ministerial offices and key stakeholders
• Provide strategic, politically informed advice to executives and represent Mater externally

Benefits

• Access to not-for-profit salary packaging up to $15,900
• Access to many staff benefits
• Increase your take-home pay with generous salary packaging options, including meal and entertainment benefits
• Grow your career with access to industry-leading training and professional development through Mater Education
• Wellbeing support through our Employee Assistance Program and on-site pastoral care teams
• Access a range of health and wellbeing services with a corporate discount on private health insurance
• Exclusive discounts across dining, retail, travel, accommodation
• Unlimited access to discounted gyms via the Fitness Passport program
• Convenient, discounted on-site parking
• Reduced prices at our campus cafés and coffee spots

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Director
• Education Level: No Education Listed