Policy & Advocacy Manager

Exciting opportunity for a policy, advocacy or government relations professional to join a highly regarded NGO

An exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced policy, advocacy or government relations professional to join a national industry body in a newly created role. Your new company This national member-based organisation represents a significant Australian and New Zealand industry, working closely with government, industry, regulators and members to advocate for positive policy outcomes and long-term investment.With a national office in Canberra and a growing policy and advocacy function, the organisation offers a collaborative environment where you will have the opportunity to contribute to important industry priorities. Your new role

Joining an established Policy Team, you will support the delivery of key advocacy and policy priorities with a particular focus on infrastructure investment and accessibility.

Your responsibilities will include:

Monitoring government, parliamentary and policy developments

Undertaking research and analysis to support policy positions

Drafting briefings, submissions, correspondence and advocacy materials

Coordinating policy and stakeholder engagement projects

Supporting engagement with government, regulators and industry stakeholders

Coordinating an industry accessibility committee and progressing its workplan

Supporting the development of accessibility and inclusion policy positions

Managing project documentation, actions, timelines and competing priorities

What you'll need to succeed

You will have at least three years' experience across policy, government relations, stakeholder engagement, project coordination or a related area.

You will bring strong research and analytical skills, excellent written communication and a sound understanding of government and public policy processes.

You will also be a confident stakeholder manager who can build relationships across government and industry, manage multiple workstreams and take ownership of projects with appropriate autonomy.

What you'll get in return

You'll join a collaborative policy team where you can work across meaningful policy and advocacy projects, engage with influential stakeholders and continue developing your policy career.

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