Government Partnerships and Policy

UQ partners with all levels of government to deliver on our vision for knowledge leadership for a better world.

The Government Partnerships and Policy (GPP) portfolio works across the University to deliver a coordinated approach to government partnerships that responds to the needs and priorities of government.

Please complete a GPP Request Form (UQ login required) to request support from GPP.

The role of Government Partnerships and Policy

GPP seeks to position UQ as a go-to institution for governments seeking to deliver outcomes for people and communities.

We help the University understand the needs and priorities of government and support UQ to engage with government on new opportunities and policy ideas.

We work to:

cultivate partnerships with government stakeholders
support the development and engagement of projects that respond to the needs and priorities of government
maintain strong working relationships between UQ and all levels of government, government staff and their representatives
identify and drive University alignment with government priorities, opportunities and leveraging gaps
provide advice, input and feedback on UQ’s participation in government policy and consultation processes
provide UQ staff with capability-building, guidance and support in government engagement, processes and know-how.

GPP engages with UQ staff, faculties and institutes to support projects and is led by individual project owners and UQ’s strategic plan.

We leverage existing engagement opportunities, such as UQ hosted events, and facilitate new activities to raise awareness of UQ capabilities and projects.

Our internal UQ partners

GPP collaborates with a number of internal central areas to help achieve our goals.

Visit the Research Partnerships webpage for information on engaging with external partners and industry.
Visit the Research Office webpage for information on competitive research applications, research contracts and managing your research.
Visit the Global Partnerships webpage for information on engaging with international governments.
Visit the Events webpage (staff login required) for information on delivering key University events.
Visit the Marketing and Communication webpage for information about brand and reputation, media and social media engagement, design and creative services and strategic marketing services.

GPP is co-located with Research Partnerships on Level 3, Global Change Institute.

When to contact Government Partnerships and Policy

UQ staff and entities are strongly encouraged to inform GPP of any major project they are planning that requests the support of government, or event that involves senior government dignitaries.

Requests for Government Support

You are encouraged to inform and discuss with GPP of any unsolicited proposal seeking government support on behalf of UQ prior to any engagement with government. It is also encouraged to first seek guidance from your organisation head or executive leadership around the impact and opportunity of the proposal.

This enables GPP to assist with the engagement, avoid duplication, ensure the appropriate level of endorsement and maximise the likelihood of success.

Engagement relating to existing government grant programs or participation in government-led policy processes may occur without notifying GPP, as this is led through engagement with the Deputy Vice-Chancellor Research and Innovation portfolio.

What we offer:

advice, feedback, and input into a project’s design and presentation to government
direction and templates for developing a pitch deck or project proposal
research, analysis and scanning of existing government priorities, programs and initiatives relevant to the project
information about government processes and likely considerations of government, including budget processes and business case requirements
identification of key government contacts
input into the development of an engagement plan
support to deliver engagement activities, including input into official correspondence, meeting facilitation or support to deliver events (such as tours or visits).

Please complete a GPP Request Form (UQ login required) to notify GPP of a project and request the support of GPP to engage with government.

GPP receives several requests for support and is asked to contribute to many University projects involving government. GPP prioritises projects based on government priorities and alignment, as well as its alignment to UQ’s strategic plan and objectives in consultation with the Vice-Chancellor, Chief Operating Officer, and Deputy Vice-Chancellor (Research and Innovation).

Inviting government dignitaries to an event

For the purposes of ensuring a coordinated approach to government engagement at UQ, all events involving a government dignitary are subject to special requirements.

Please complete an Event Advice Form (staff login required) a minimum of 8 weeks before your event if you intend to invite a government dignitary.

GPP provide advice and direction about when, who and how to engage government at events held by UQ or on UQ property. We work closely with the UQ Events team who will also provide advice on the required processes and protocols.

We can support with:

identifying the right government officials to be invited
facilitating formal letters of invitation from the Vice-Chancellor
providing advice on the role of government dignitaries and order of proceedings.

GPP may also be available to welcome government dignitaries on arrival and assist with introductions.

Government engagement resources

GPP Templates

Pitch deck – for internal use only (staff login required)
Formal letter of invitation (staff login required)

Government Matters newsletter

Sign-up to receive monthly updates from GPP on major government announcements by emailing gov.partnerships@uq.edu.au.

View previous Government Matters newsletters (staff login required)

Current government

Information on current federal and state government Ministers and their portfolios, and current local government councillors.

Government sitting/meeting dates

The dates Australia's federal, state and local governments meet.

Parliamentary Committees

Information on the parliamentary and council committees, including current parliamentary enquiries.

Order of precedence

Information to allow seatings and introductions to be made in the correct order.

Forms of address

Rules to address and title people correctly.

Other UQ resources

UQ Strategic Plan – UQ values that articulate what we strive for, how we work together, and our commitment to discovering and sharing truth.
Research support – in the form of research funding administration and management, support for research prizes and awards, researcher development, and compliance incorporating human ethics, animal welfare, and research integrity.
UQ Written Style guide – how to prepare corporate documents and articles/stories/web items for UQ.
2023 UQ wide events calendar – internal UQ stakeholder annual event calendar.
Planning an event at UQ – information from UQ Property and Facilities on venues, alcohol, equipment, insurance and risk management, photography, security and transport.