CareerPlan

Manager, Policy and Advocacy

New South WalesFull-time2026-10-07 → 2026-10-09
Hybrid

Core

Oversees policy and advocacy activity to drive systems change in Australia's social policy landscape by developing policy positions, implementing advocacy strategies, and engaging with government and stakeholders.

Role type

Manager, Policy and Advocacy

Builds

Policy positions, advocacy strategies, and policy briefs/papers

Domain

Social policy and public policy in Australia

Deliverable

dashboards & analysis

Required skills

Policy research and analysis, stakeholder consultation, strategic communication, project management, policy development, consensus building

Preferred skills

Knowledge of Australian policy settings and legislation, experience in social/economic policy domains, ability to work in cross-cultural settings

Technologies

Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint

Responsibilities

Plan and deliver policy research and analysis; Contribute to policy strategy and business planning; Monitor evolving social policy debates; Prepare policy briefs and presentations; Provide strategic policy advice across teams; Input on policy-relevant research for new innovations

Seniority

Manager, strategic oversight and team leadership