CareerPlan

Senior Policy and Advocacy Adviser

Melbourne, VictoriaFull-time2026-10-31 → 2026-11-12

Core

Shaping Victorian policy and advocacy agenda for women and non-binary people affected by family violence and discrimination.

Role type

Senior policy and advocacy adviser

Builds

Advocacy strategies, legislative submissions, and policy reforms

Domain

Social services / Law reform / Public policy

Deliverable

client delivery

Required skills

Policy development, stakeholder engagement, legislative monitoring, strategic advocacy, research and analysis, written communication, government process navigation

Preferred skills

Intersectional feminist practice, trauma-informed approach, culturally responsive practice

Responsibilities

Monitor legislative developments, prepare submissions and briefings, build advocacy strategies, represent the organization in consultations and working groups, influence decision-makers

Seniority

Senior, hands-on IC