Evelyn Killick

Managed and delivered $AUD 2 million communications program positioning Australia as a sophisticated, innovative and culturally diverse country; a key factor in attracting over 8 million visitors to Australian pavilion and an estimated $AUD10 million of media coverage in the very crowded Chinese media environment. Managed multi-site international comms team of up to a dozen members.

Pivotal role in liaising with key staff in admitting new students. Established new administrative systems including forms and procedures. Designed new web site.

Designed and executed public affairs program. Led team in securing in-kind and other sponsorship from public and private sectors, more than doubling the reach of program. Negotiated 20% budget increase based on quality and effectiveness of the programs I developed achieving multi-stakeholder aims. Liaised with and advocated for Australian business interests in Taiwan, negotiating for maintenance and improved market access. Managed key consultative negotiations.

Managed the team controlling HR, budget (over €250,000 annually) and administration of the geographical division responsible for key Australian relationships with Japan, China, Taiwan and the Koreas. Day-to-day administration of Division, necessitating extensive liaison across various areas within the Department. During my tenure, I won the Division a budget increase, all management targets were achieved and we performed well in audit.

Furthered Australia’s interests in Japan (with a focus on UN policy issues and a range of interpreting, translation and public diplomacy duties including radio and television interviews). Created and managed a new multi-national team to manage protocol and programs for high-level visitors to Japan.