Craig Harris
About Craig Harris
Craig Harris serves as the Director of Management Consulting at KPMG Australia, where he has worked since 2018. He has extensive experience in stakeholder engagement, change management, and crisis communications, primarily within the public sector.
Work at KPMG Australia
Craig Harris has been serving as the Director of Management Consulting at KPMG Australia since 2018. Based in Canberra, he has accumulated six years of experience in this role. His work primarily focuses on stakeholder engagement and change management, aimed at supporting government outcomes.
Education and Expertise
Craig Harris earned a Bachelor of Business degree from Curtin University, where he studied Accounting and Business Law from 1988 to 1990. He possesses expertise in stakeholder engagement, change management, crisis communications, and strategic planning, particularly within the government and public sector.
Background
Before joining KPMG, Craig Harris held various positions within the Australian public sector. He worked at the Attorney-General's Department in multiple roles, including Assistant Secretary for National Law Enforcement Policy, Head of the Organised Crime Taskforce, and Assistant Secretary for National Security Training, Education, and Development. He also served as an Adviser in the Deputy Prime Minister's Office.
Previous Roles in Government
Craig Harris has a notable history of working in senior roles within the Australian government. He served as Assistant Secretary at the Australian Department of Health in the Access Reform Branch, focusing on Ageing and Aged Care from 2012 to 2017. His experience includes addressing complex policy and transformational challenges in the public sector.
Achievements in Public Sector
Throughout his career, Craig Harris has demonstrated a strong capability in managing crisis communications and strategic planning. His work has involved supporting government initiatives and addressing significant challenges within the public sector, showcasing his commitment to improving government outcomes.