Kate Robertson
About Kate Robertson
Kate Robertson is an Account Manager for the Federal Government at KPMG Australia, where she has worked since 2016. With a background in various roles within the Australian Government, she specializes in policy development and client relationship management.
Work at KPMG Australia
Kate Robertson has been serving as an Account Manager for the Federal Government at KPMG Australia since 2016. In this role, she focuses on managing and developing client relationships and strategic planning. She collaborates with Lead Partners to enhance service delivery and policy development. Her responsibilities include navigating the complexities of the Federal Government ecosystem, which is essential for her clients' understanding and engagement.
Previous Roles in the Australian Government
Before joining KPMG, Kate Robertson held several positions within the Australian Government. She worked as a Social Policy Adviser to the Prime Minister from 2014 to 2015 and served as Chief of Staff to the Opposition Chief Whip in 2012. Additionally, she was an Adviser to the Assistant Minister for Employment in 2013 and held the position of Principal Adviser to the Hon Tony Abbott MP from 2007 to 2008. Her roles involved significant responsibilities in policy advising and management.
International Experience
Kate Robertson has international experience, particularly in the United States, where she worked in policy and service delivery. She served as a Public Program Manager at the Australian Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade in Washington D.C. from 2009 to 2010 and later as an Executive Officer in the same department until 2012. This experience contributed to her understanding of global policy frameworks and service delivery mechanisms.
Education and Expertise
Kate Robertson earned her Bachelor’s Degree in Sports Media from the University of Canberra, where she studied from 2002 to 2004. Her educational background supports her professional expertise in campaign coordination, media management, and organisational culture reform. This foundation has been instrumental in her roles across various government and corporate sectors.
Skills and Focus Areas
Kate Robertson possesses a diverse skill set that includes campaign coordination, media and crisis management, and organisational culture reform. Her work emphasizes policy development, addressing citizen demands, and enhancing service delivery. These skills are vital in her current role, where she aims to improve client outcomes and navigate the complexities of government operations.