Sydney CBD

• Drive the execution of icare’s Strategic Priorities which are aligned with icare’s Stakeholder Relations strategy in order to positively influence outcomes for icare.
• Learning and Development opportunities
• Hybrid working environment

About the Role

In collaboration with the General Manager and Stakeholder Relations & Policy leadership team, the role contributes to the development of the Stakeholder Relations & Policy business plan.

Benefits

• A corporate wellbeing program with subsidised gym membership, free flu vaccinations and health check programs
• Comprehensive learning and development support aligned to icare’s Core Capabilities.
• Our People Awards - On-the-spot Recognition, Quarterly Values Awards & Our People Annual Awards
• Access to our Employee Assistance Program

Duties

It’s an exciting time at icare where no two days are the same; as a Head of Stakeholder Engagement, you will:

•  Support the General Manager Stakeholder Relations & Policy in the creation and implementation of icare’s Stakeholder Relations strategy.
• Develop and implement communication and stakeholder management plans, aligned with icare’s Stakeholder Relations strategy, in order to positively influence outcomes for icare. Foster an Agile culture within the team.
• Harness the communications community of practice to develop and deliver integrated communications and stakeholder engagement activities.
• Lead and direct Stakeholder Engagement activity across icare for a subset of icare stakeholders, fostering positive and constructive relationships.

Skills & Experience

• 8+ years’ experience in corporate relations or communications within a government, insurance, corporate or commercially driven public sector environment
• Well-developed understanding of stakeholder management frameworks
• Extensive and seasoned expertise in corporate communications
• Extensive experience building rapport and influence at all levels of an organisation
• Experience in balancing commercial objectives with regulatory requirements
• Proven ability to negotiate and influence outcomes
• Seasoned experience in dealing with industry bodies

Culture

We know our strength comes from the diversity of our people and would encourage people with different experiences and backgrounds to apply.   We are committed to our people’s development so the people of NSW can thrive.

About the Company

We care for the people of NSW, building confidence and trust so our communities can thrive. We make the complex simple, so our schemes deliver better outcomes for people and communities. Whether a person is severely injured in the workplace or on our roads, icare supports their long-term care needs to improve quality of life, including helping people return to work. 

• For more information about icare visit our website
• icare operates a direct sourcing model so no agency introductions will be accepted
• We are a Circle Back Initiative Employer – we commit to respond to every applicant
• A talent pool may be created through this recruitment process.

Please note that you must be an Australian citizen, permanent resident of Australia, New Zealand citizen with a current New Zealand passport or have unrestricted working rights to apply for this role.