Science Policy Leader | Bridging Science and Policy for Informed Decision-MakingAs a senior manager at the Australian Academy of Science, I facilitate collaboration between national and international policymakers and the scientific community. My role is pivotal in providing actionable and relevant scientific evidence, empowering policymakers to make well-informed decisions that shape the future direction of the science system.I specialise in distilling complex scientific concepts into clear, impactful insights tailored for decision-makers. Leading a team of skilled science policy experts, I harness the collective knowledge of over 600 Fellows and the broader scientific community to tackle national challenges effectively.CORE STRENGTHS• Science Advice: Expertise in delivering clear, evidence-based scientific advice to government andstakeholders, ensuring informed policy decisions.• Science Policy & Public Affairs: Skilled in navigating the intersection of science, policy, and publicaffairs, effectively communicating complex scientific issues to policymakers – domestic and global.• Stakeholder Management: Proven ability to build and maintain strong relationships with keystakeholders across government, academia, and industry, fostering collaboration and shared objectives.• Strategic Leadership: Empowering teams and individuals to achieve strategic goals through inclusiveleadership, promoting innovation and high performance.• Strategic Planning: Adept at setting high-level direction and aligning resources to ensure itsachievement, driving organisational success.• Collaboration: Experienced in facilitating cross-sector collaboration, bringing together policymakers,scientists, and other stakeholders to address pressing societal challenges.KEY ACHIEVEMENTS• Operationalised the Rapid Research Information Forum (RRIF) to the Australian Government duringCOVID-19• Expanded the Australian Academy of Science science-policy capability from 3.5 to 10.8 FTE• Championed key policy reforms, including a strategic review of the R&D system• Developed innovative and effective methods to deliver science advice to both governments and theAustralian Parliament, including RRIF, pivotal reports, and science-policy roundtables.• Developed and executed a strategic plan for post the 2022 Federal Election, which helped to secure agrant for the International Science Council Asia Pacific Regional Focal Point.• Supported major policy symposiums on international scientific collaborations and food security.
