Policy and Planning Manager

Job description

About Rozana
- Australia Rozana is an established non-profit organization with a network of global affiliates that harnesses the power of health diplomacy to foster collaboration and build bridges between communities in conflict. Through its innovative healthcare initiatives, Rozana advances peacebuilding by strengthening health systems and providing critical care where it is needed most. With programs spanning Israel, Palestine, and beyond, the organisation works with a diverse network of stakeholders, including hospitals, government bodies, NGOs, and international donors.

Salary
: $110,000 plus Superannuation, depending on experience

Position Overview
- Rozana Australia is seeking a qualified Policy and Planning Manager to plan, organise, direct, control, and coordinate policy advice and strategic planning activities within Project Rozana. This senior leadership position will play a key role in developing and overseeing organisational policies, long-term strategies, and engagement with government, donors, and sectoral partners.

Key Responsibilities -
As Policy and Planning Manager, your core duties will include:
• Developing, implementing, and monitoring strategic plans, organisational programs, and internal policies to achieve Rozana's goals and ensure compliance with international best practices.
• developing, implementing, administering and participating in policy research and analysis, ensuring outputs inform Rozana's advocacy and programmatic work.

• Coordinating the implementation of policies and practices across departments.

• Establishing activity measures and measurements of accountability, and overseeing systems to evaluate progress and performance.

• Overseeing and participating in the preparation of policy documents, internal strategies, briefing papers, and formal submissions to government and development agencies.

• Consulting with and providing expert advice to board members, government stakeholders, and strategic partners on key policy, program, and legislative issues.

• Representing Rozana in public forums, seminars, and cross-sectoral events including negotiations and high-level meetings.

• Translate complex political, social, and health-related dynamics in the Palestinian-Israeli context into actionable policy recommendations and partnership strategies.

• Support the integration of Rozana's Australia-based initiatives with operations in Palestine and Israel, ensuring policy coherence and knowledge transfer between teams.

• Ensuring organisational alignment with national and international policy frameworks in health, development, and foreign aid.

Essential Skills and Experience

• A Master's degree in Public Policy, International Relations, Political Science, or a closely related field, with a demonstrated experience in conflict-affected regions.

• A minimum of five years' professional experience in high-level policy development, strategic planning, or international advocacy, preferably across multiple jurisdictions.

• Proven ability to design, lead, and evaluate strategic initiatives, planning frameworks, processes, systems, and performance measures for organizations operating in both Australian and Middle Eastern contexts.

• Extensive experience in engaging and negotiating with government bodies, international donors, and civil society actors, ideally across Australian, Palestinian, and regional institutions.

• Exceptional communication skills, including experience preparing briefings, policy documents, and strategic communications for diverse stakeholder groups.

• Arabic language skills are highly desirable, particularly for engaging with Palestinian institutions and ensuring culturally appropriate communication and implementation.

• Demonstrated understanding of health systems, international development, and cross-border program design, with an emphasis on the Palestinian-Israeli socio-political context.

• A history of representing organisations in international forums, policy negotiations, or crosscultural diplomacy.

• Working experience in both Australia and the Middle East, with established networks in government and civil society in both regions, will be considered a significant asset.

• Experience supporting or establishing cross-border programs in politically sensitive or postconflict settings

How to Apply -
Submit your CV and a cover letter addressing the key responsibilities and requirements to 

Applications close
: 30 October 2025 Rozana is an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity and inclusion. We encourage applications from individuals of all backgrounds who are passionate about our mission Rozana is committed to protecting the rights of children and vulnerable people in all areas where we work. Applicants are advised that Rozana reserves the right to conduct police checks and other screening procedures to ensure we maintain and promote a child safe environment.

Please note
: We will not be accepting CV's via agencies for this role