Jennifer Shand
About Jennifer Shand
Jennifer Shand is the Lead of Public Affairs and Media for Australasia at Arup, with extensive experience in communications and stakeholder engagement across various organizations in Sydney.
Professional Experience in Public Affairs and Media
Jennifer Shand currently holds the position of Lead, Public Affairs and Media, Australasia at Arup. She has been in this role since 2020. Previously, she served as the Lead, Marketing and External Communications, Australasia at Arup for one year from 2018 to 2019. Her expertise in public affairs is further demonstrated by her work at Transport for NSW, where she occupied various significant roles.
Public Sector Engagement at Transport for NSW
Jennifer Shand worked in several key roles at Transport for NSW. She served as the Associate Director, Stakeholder and Community Engagement for Customer Services from 2016 to 2018. Prior to this, she was the Senior Manager, Stakeholder Engagement and Communications for Transport Projects from 2011 to 2016. Additionally, she held the position of Head, Stakeholder Engagement and Communications in the Infrastructure Division from 2010 to 2011. Her varied roles at Transport for NSW highlight her extensive experience in stakeholder and community engagement within the public sector.
Leadership in Communications
In addition to her roles at Arup and Transport for NSW, Jennifer Shand has demonstrated leadership in communications across various organizations. She worked at Sydney Metro Authority as the Executive Officer to the CEO and Manager Board Secretariat from 2009 to 2010. At APEC Australia 2007 Taskforce, she was the Manager, Media Operations from 2006 to 2007. Notably, she was the Head of Communications at the Sydney Opera House from 2003 to 2008. These roles emphasize her strategic communication skills and leadership in high-profile positions.
Early Career and Journalism
Jennifer Shand began her career in journalism and public affairs. She worked for News Limited and the State Government as a Journalist and Public Affairs Manager from 1980 to 2000. She then took on the role of Senior Media Adviser at the Sydney Olympic Games in 2000. Subsequently, she became a Senior Consultant specializing in issues management and government relations at Jackson Wells Morris Pty Ltd from 2000 to 2003. Her early career showcases a strong foundation in media, public relations, and government affairs.
Educational Background and Qualifications
Jennifer Shand holds a Bachelor of Arts (B.A.) from Macquarie University. She furthered her education by obtaining a Certificate in Public Participation from IAP2 and a Diploma in Marketing from The Northern Sydney Institute - TAFE NSW. These academic qualifications provide a solid foundation for her extensive career in public affairs, communications, and marketing.