Job Description
Hey there!
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Our mission? To democratize access to culture and entertainment. With our proprietary cutting-edge technology and data-driven approach, we're revolutionizing the way people engage with live entertainment.
n Every month, our platform inspires over 300 million people in +55 countries (and counting) to discover unforgettable experiences while also empowering event creators with our data and technology, helping them scale, innovate, and enhance their events to reach new audiences.
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Our results? We've teamed up with major industry leaders like Netflix, F.C. Barcelona, and Primavera Sound, presented international award-winning experiences, and are backed by several leading global investors! Impressive, right?
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To achieve our mission, we are looking for bar-raisers with a hands-on mindset who are eager to help shape the future of entertainment!
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Now, let's discuss this role and what you will do to help achieve Fever's mission.
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Meet the Team
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The
Communications team
shapes how Fever is perceived both
inside and outside the company
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Fever's vision
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Join us if you want to shape our global narrative, influence strategic perceptions, and ensure our vision resonates with audiences both inside and outside the company.
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The Role
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As Institutional Relationships & Partnerships Manager, you will be responsible for advancing the company's strategic interests by building and maintaining strong relationships with government bodies, regulatory institutions, public agencies, and non-governmental organizations. Your work will be key in supporting Fever's access to public spaces, public funding, and public-sector business opportunities. Acting as both an internal advisor and external representative, you will help shape Fever's institutional voice, identify relevant opportunities,



and position the company as a trusted partner in cultural, tourism, and innovation ecosystems.
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What You'll Do
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Develop and execute institutional engagement strategies that support Fever's business goals across public access, subsidies, and procurement
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Represent Fever before government authorities, public institutions, and relevant associations to ensure visibility, credibility, and alignment with public priorities
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Foster strategic partnerships with municipalities, ministries, cultural institutions, and public-sector entities to unlock access to public spaces and funding mechanisms
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Monitor legislative, regulatory, and policy developments that may impact the company's operations, and advise internal stakeholders accordingly
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Build and maintain a strong institutional network at the local, regional, and national levels
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Support the leadership team by organizing and preparing for meetings with institutional stakeholders; act as spokesperson when required or coach others to do so
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Maintain ongoing communication with internal departments to understand their institutional needs and support them in aligning with external partners
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Ensure Fever is actively represented in key forums, public consultations, or sector-specific roundtables
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Identify and propose opportunities for public-private collaboration, co-branded initiatives, or strategic alliances with public impact
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Create briefings, policy position papers, and institutional decks tailored to each stakeholder group
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Who You Are
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5+ years of experience in public affairs, institutional relations, government relations, business development, or a related field
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Demonstrated ability to build trust-based relationships with public sector stakeholders
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Deep knowledge of institutional and regulatory environments (local, regional, national)
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Strong communication and negotiation skills, both written and verbal
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Strategic mindset and ability to connect institutional influence with business opportunities
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High autonomy and diplomatic skills
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Comfortable navigating ambiguity and aligning diverse internal and external agendas
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Fluency in English, other languages are a plus
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Nice to have:
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Previous experience in sectors such as culture, tourism, events, tech, or innovation
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Experience working with public grants, cultural funding programs, or EU-level institutions
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Background in legal, political science, public policy, or international relations
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Familiarity with public procurement processes or licensing protocols
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Why You'll Love It Here
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Attractive compensation package
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40% discount on all Fever events and experiences + free Candlelight voucher.
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Superannuation: We invest in your future. Fever contributes 12% of your gross salary to your Super, ensuring your long-term savings grow alongside your career.
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Private health insurance with GU Health paid by Fever up to **** AUD for the annual premium.
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ClassPass membership for gym and wellness access: paid by Fever up to 39 credits per month.
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Language learning support: English and Spanish lessons.
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Hybrid work setup: home office friendly with a central (Sydney; Melbourne) office location.
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Dynamic international team: a young, talented group creating a excellent work environment.
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#li-hybrid
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📌 Institutional Relations Senior Manager (Melbourne)
🏢 FeverUp
📍 Melbourne