Assistant Directors - Corporate And Research

Executive Level 1

• 108,995 - $123,999 per annum plus 15.4% superannuation
• Canberra
• Communications, Parliamentary and Events

The Communications, Parliamentary and Events (CPE) Section is a dynamic and high-performing team with a high work volume, servicing internal and external stakeholders.

The CPE section strives to articulate and support NHMRC's vision and activities, inform, educate and engage internal and external stakeholders, and manage relationships with the Minister's office, NHMRC Council and its committees. The section also directly supports the Executive Leadership team, especially the CEO and General Manager.

Its activities include :

The Research Strategy and Engagement section shapes the agency's strategic and health priorities and drives activities that align with the Research Translation and International Engagement strategies. It engages nationally and globally to foster relationships with research funders, policymakers, consumers, and the community to support the strategic direction of the agency. At its core, the Research Strategy and Engagement section produces high-level evidence to inform critical decision-making and leadership in health and medical research. To achieve this, the Research Strategy and Engagement consults internally with NHMRC's Principal and advisory committees and works closely with the Department of Health and Aged Care, other government agencies, and key stakeholders.

NHMRC is seeking an experienced and high performing individual with relevant experience and passion to lead and mentor a small team to oversee NHMRC's corporate strategy, secretariat and parliamentary functions. This role also plays a key strategic role in supporting the CPE section and Executive team.

NHMRC is seeking an Assistant Director to contribute to national policy development to shape the future of health and medical research funding in Australia. The Assistant Director will work independently to progress a range of business activities to inform changes to policy in consultation with relevant entities across the Australian Government and as well as the health and medical research sector, consumers and the community. The Assistant Director will also oversee NHMRC's delivery of the Medical Research Future Fund on behalf of the Department of Health and Aged Care.