Senior Policy Advisor

2 days ago

Adelaide, South Australia beBeeAboriginal Full time $100,000 - $120,000
Senior Advisor Role

 

About the Senior Advisor Role

The SA Closing the Gap reforms require high-level policy and communications advice to support their delivery in South Australia. In this pivotal role, you will provide strategic guidance and coordination to strengthen outcomes for Aboriginal people.

Working closely with the Principal Advisor, you will research, plan, and implement policy responses and initiatives. This involves advocating on behalf of SAACCON members and engaging directly with state government partners to drive meaningful change.

The position is within the Advisory and Advocacy Services Directorate in two divisions:

Thriving Communities Division

This division focuses on SA Closing the Gap actions and Priority Reform areas within justice and education, including youth justice and early learning and child development initiatives.

Wellbeing and Safety Division

It works towards SA Closing the Gap outcomes relating to child protection, women and families' safety, housing, and health, including preventative health.

Key Responsibilities

Collaboration & Stakeholder Engagement

You will work closely with Principal Advisors, SAACCON Advisors, and Project Support Officers on implementing the National Agreement on Closing the Gap and SA Joint Implementation Plan.

Additionally, you will partner with SA Government departments to guide project scoping and delivery.

Planning & Implementation

Lead the design and delivery of workplans that build strong relationships and capabilities across the sector.

Drive implementation and evaluation of annual workplans in line with strategic goals.

Ensure timely execution and evaluation of the annual workplan and implementation strategy.

Evaluation & Reporting

Monitor, evaluate, and report on the effectiveness of key initiatives and contribute to continuous improvement.

Actively contribute to a collaborative, culturally safe, and inclusive team environment.

Support and promote teamwork through open communication, collaboration while following SAACCON's values and integrity.

About You

As a skilled communicator and passionate advocate for Aboriginal community-controlled solutions, you will be confident navigating government processes, managing complex projects, and building trusted relationships across diverse stakeholder groups.

Extensive experience working in the Aboriginal and/or multicultural community services sector, with a strong understanding of the policy, funding, and operational environment.

Demonstrated track record of providing high-level strategic advice and support to organisations, preferably in a peak body or advocacy role.

Excellent research, analysis, and problem-solving skills, with the ability to translate complex information into practical recommendations.

Outstanding stakeholder engagement and relationship-building skills, with the ability to navigate sensitive political and cultural contexts.

Exceptional communication and influencing skills, with the ability to effectively represent SAACCON and advocate on behalf of member organisations.

Tertiary qualifications in a relevant field such as social policy, community development, or public administration.

What We Offer

We encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander candidates, as well as those with experience working in diverse, multicultural environments.

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