Government Relations Advisor

4 days ago

Sydney, Australia AFCA Full time

**Company Description**
As a financial ombudsman, we are a for-purpose organisation that provides a free service for individuals and small businesses. We listen to and work with our customers and their financial firms to find solutions to complaints which have gone unheard or unresolved.** **This is your opportunity to make a difference.

As our new Government Relations Adviser, you'll play a vital role in supporting our Senior Adviser to build and maintain relationships with key government stakeholders. This is your opportunity to be at the forefront of financial policy and regulation, ensuring AFCA's voice is heard where it matters most.

We value diverse experiences and perspectives in our team. Whether you come from a background in government, policy, communications, or financial services, we're keen to hear from you. Your unique insights could help shape the future of financial dispute resolution in Australia.

Typically, in this role you will:

- Develop strategic approaches for engaging with government and political stakeholders
- Prepare high-quality briefings and materials for senior leadership and parliamentary appearances
- Monitor the political landscape to identify opportunities and risks for AFCA
- Manage issues referred by members of parliament, including constituent concerns
- Collaborate with internal teams to ensure consistent external stakeholder engagement

**Qualifications**
To be successful in this role, you will need:

- Tertiary qualifications in public policy, political science, or a related field
- Extensive experience in government relations and stakeholder engagement
- Demonstrated experience in policy analysis and development
- Sound experience in preparing high-quality briefings and reports
- The ability to communicate complex information clearly and persuasively

**Additional Information**
- ** BOSS Best Places to Work 2024** -credited for its culture, engagement and flexible working arrangements.
- ** Employer of Choice Public Sector and NFP** - Australian HR Awards 2023
- ** Accredited **as a Family Friendly Workplace and Bronze in AWEI
- ** Hybrid working** from home and our state-of-the-art office and facilities designed for collaboration, and wellbeing. We work flexibly at AFCA and encourage you to talk to us about how this role can be flexible for you.
- ** Progressive and inclusive leave entitlements**, including flexible public holiday leave, women’s health leave, 18 weeks paid parental leave, sorry business leave, early and advanced pregnancy loss leave, paid gender affirmation leave, extra personal leave and paid time off over Christmas. Plus, study leave to support your professional development.
- ** Not For Profit** salary packaging benefits.

**Life at AFCA**

Our people are at the centre of everything we do. We live and breathe our cultural qualities, which shape how we behave and how we engage with our customers. At AFCA, you will truly feel the difference of working at an organisation which supports people of all backgrounds, experiences, and identities to thrive. Our consistently high employee engagement results reflect that AFCA is a truly great place to work and a place where people can contribute, belong and flourish

**To apply**:
AFCA is a 2024 Circle Back Initiative Employer - we are committed to responding to every applicant.

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