Iain MacGillivray

Background

About Iain MacGillivray

I am currently a Full Researcher at RAND Australia. Recently served as an Analyst and Deputy Speech Writer for the Chief of Army’s Initiatives Group at the Australian Army, my expertise in international relations and policy strategy is continually honed by hands-on experience. My recent advisory role for the UK, US, and Canada branch within the International Division of the Department of the Prime Minister and Cabinet has cemented my reputation as a trusted strategic and critical thinker in foreign affairs, national security and defence strategy. I have expertise across multiple areas including the politics and security of the Indo-Pacific, Middle East, Turkey and China which has been shown through my career as an analyst at the Australian Strategic Policy Institute -Washington DC office, and academic at Yale and the University of Melbourne.My competencies include not just in-depth political risk assessment and intelligence analysis but extend to adept report writing, briefing, research, and strategic communication, shaping narratives that influence and inform military and policy leadership. The fusion of these skills and my dedication to advancing Australia's strategic interests underpins my mission to contribute to national security and foster robust international partnerships.