Government Relations Director

PURPOSE OF THE JOB : To focus on the areas of revenue generation, Policy Advocacy, Advisory, Engagement, Research, relationship management and project management with,

Government – Central and states

Businesses / Industry

Embassies, Research organisations, other Chambers.

Overseas stakeholders

PRINCIPAL ACCOUNTABILITIES : The main areas in which this role must get results in order to achieve the organisation’s vision.

REVENUE GENERATION : THROUGH PROJECTS, RESEARCH, ADVOCACY AND EVENTS.

• Ability to generate sponsorships from the corporate sector
• Ability to create & manage promotions to increase foot falls in events
• 1-2 major events every year (flagship events)
• Prioritise research through paid projects
• Ability to launch social media marketing campaigns

POLICY DEVELOPMENT & ADVOCACY / RESEARCH & REPORT CREATION

PEOPLE MANAGEMENT

COUNCIL MANAGEMENT (Sector, State, International councils) Membership – To strengthen Industry reach, appoint members, while retaining current members.