Policy Research and Advocacy Officer

2 weeks ago

Richmond, Australia Jesuit Social Services Full time
Posted: 12/04/2023

Closing Date: 21/04/2023

Job Type:
Permanent - Full Time

Location:
Richmond

Job Category:
Community Services and Development

About the organisation


Jesuit Social Services is a social change organisation working to build a just society where all people can live to their full potential.

Since 1977, Jesuit Social Services has provided services to some of the most disadvantaged in our community.

We place a high priority on advocacy and are a leader in policy development and research.

About the program
Drawing on our experience of engaging with people, families and communities through our services and programs, the Jesuit Social Services Policy and Advocacy Unit has two key functions:

  • Research and policy development: Developing the research, policy and solutions needed to achieve our vision of 'a just society'.
  • Advocacy: Identifying and implementing advocacy strategies to achieve the change needed, including through Government relations, submissions, engagement with the media, collaborations with other sector organisations or allies, and other avenues.

About the role

The key objectives of this position are:

  • To contribute to the development and implementation of the policy, advocacy and research agenda for the Jesuit Social Services Policy team.
  • To undertake high quality research projects and public policy analysis.
  • To assist in devising and undertaking advocacy strategies to promote positive social change for disadvantaged people, families and communities.
This is a full time opportunity, based in our Richmond offices.

Desired Skills and Experience:

  • Commitment to and history of, achieving social change through research, policy and advocacy work.
  • Highlevel capacity to work collaboratively with programs to identify research, social policy and advocacy issues.
  • Proven track record in identifying and drawing on current research to develop influential policy positions and impact practice on important social issues.
  • Demonstrated understanding of the use of traditional and social media.
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
  • Tertiary qualifications in social sciences or a related discipline are essential, as is significant management experience in research, policy development and social policy advocacy.
An attractive salary plus superannuation and salary packaging is on offer.

What Jesuit Social Services can offer you

  • A comprehensive Induction and Orientation program
  • Ongoing role related training and development
  • An organisation that lives their values, through our day to day work
  • A welcoming and supportive environment
  • Employee assistance program
  • A competitive salary plus salary packaging benefits
  • Generous leave

How to apply

  • The Position Description can be found on our website at
For further information please contact David Murray (General Manager - Policy and Advocacy) on

Applications close at 5pm on 21 April 2023.

Jesuit Social Services is an Equal Opportunity Employer, committed to providing a working environment that embraces and values diversity and inclusion. We celebrate and welcome all people regardless of ethnicity, cultural background, age, gender, sexuality, disability or religious affiliation.

Jesuit Social Services takes child protection seriously. We undertake multiple screening processes including appropriate reference and background checks, Working with Children Check and police checks to ensure the protection of children and young people in our care.
**You are required to meet the behaviour standards outlined in our Code of Conduct.

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