CareerPlan

Head of Impact and Policy

Sydney, New South WalesFull-time2026-10-12 → 2026-11-12
Hybrid

Core

Strengthening an integrated community services organization's impact, influence, and effectiveness through evidence generation, measurement, policy engagement, and advocacy.

Role type

Executive leadership (Head of Impact and Policy)

Builds

Impact and Outcomes Framework, strategic advice, evidence-based advocacy, and organizational reporting systems

Domain

Non-profit / Community Services / Social Policy

Deliverable

dashboards & analysis

Required skills

Impact assessment, policy analysis, evidence-based advocacy, stakeholder engagement, data interpretation, strategic planning, funding submissions, communications leadership

Preferred skills

Experience in complex human services settings, understanding of culturally and linguistically diverse communities, business intelligence tools

Responsibilities

Lead the development of the Impact and Outcomes Framework; translate data and research into actionable strategic advice; build relationships with government and sector partners; oversee communications function alignment with strategic objectives; develop performance frameworks; contribute to funding submissions and tender proposals

Seniority

Executive, strategic leadership