Aged Care Policy and Advocacy Expert

2 weeks ago


Melbourne, Victoria, Australia beBeeAdvocacy Full time $110,000 - $118,000
Job Opportunity:

Baptist Care Australia works to bring social justice to Australian communities, advocating nationally on various issues. As a Policy and Advocacy Professional, you will lead our core portfolio in this dynamic team, playing a crucial role in shaping policy positions.

About Us:

We represent community service organisations and their clients in the national policy debate, striving to create a nation of hope-filled people who build inclusive communities where every voice is heard.

About The Role:

You will report to the CEO and work within our areas of strategic priority, focusing on aged care and community housing. This position offers significant autonomy to develop and implement an effective advocacy strategy.

Key Responsibilities:
  • Analyse complex social issues and develop well-articulated policy positions to improve outcomes
  • Establish strong working relationships with government officials, sector representatives, constituents and coalitions
  • Drive results in high-ambiguity contexts

You will have opportunities to work on key projects during the year, including election-related activities, advocacy strategy revisions, budget reviews, and consultations related to the Aged Care Act and regulations.

About You:

To succeed in this role, you must demonstrate a deep understanding of aged care policy and experience in advocacy on social issues. You should also possess excellent written and verbal communication skills, high-level political acumen, strategic thinking, and a commitment to equality, health and safety principles, ethical practices, and cultural diversity.

Benefits:

This role offers the opportunity to work on a range of challenging projects, develop your skills and expertise, and contribute to creating positive change in Australian communities.



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