Jacquie O'Brien

Jacquie O'Brien is a dedicated and passionate leader in advocacy, public affairs, and policy, focusing on delivering positive social changes for communities, public health, and the environment.

With a Master's degree in International Development, Environment & Sustainability from Monash University, Jacquie is an expert in social license and the essential role of communications in establishing and maintaining an organization's social license to operate.

Her educational background includes a Graduate Certificate in Competitive Systems and Practices (LEAN Methodology) from Swinburne University of Technology, a Grad Dip in Public Relations with Distinction from RMIT University, a Bachelor of Arts in English from The University of Western Australia, and a Graduate Certificate in Law, Family, and Domestic Violence from QUT (Queensland University of Technology).

Jacquie O'Brien has held key roles in various organizations, including serving as the Principal Adviser in the Office of the Chief Communications Officer at the Department of Jobs, Precincts, and Regions, Director of Public Affairs and Policy at Marie Stopes Australia, and as a Board Member at IABC Victoria.

Her previous positions include General Manager of Communications and Stakeholder Relations, Communications Manager, and Senior Communications Advisor at Zoos Victoria, the Department of Planning and Community Development, the Department of Sustainability and Environment, demonstrating her diverse and extensive experience in the field of communications and public relations.