ABOUT NSWCCL

The NSW Council for Civil Liberties (NSWCCL) was established in 1963 as an independent not-for-profit member organisation committed to protecting civil liberties and human rights in Australia. We are a membership based, secular and politically non-partisan organisation.

We engage with a wide range of civil liberties and human rights issues within NSW and at a national level.

Our main work is done through policy advocacy and campaigns to influence community views and government policies and laws. NSWCCL also responds to complaints from the public on civil liberties related issues. As a member organisation, our work is largely done by volunteers, led by an elected Committee (equivalent to a board of directors).

THE ROLE

NSWCCL is seeking a passionate and self motivated Executive Officer to provide operational leadership and enhance our advocacy capabilities. The Executive Officer plays a crucial role in mobilising our members, leading campaigns, and ensuring the effective day-to-day operations of the organisation.

Guided by a management committee and supported by volunteers, the role is responsible for developing and implementing communication strategies, including engaging with and managing the media, organising and managing events and fundraising appeals to grow our membership and support from the wider community.

The ideal candidate will be a flexible all-rounder, proactive and possess excellent planning and organisation skills. This role will suit someone who can work predominantly from home with a blend of skills across areas including communications, social media, event coordination, and will include snap protests, campaigning and fundraising.

This will include:

• Onboarding, Mobilising and enhancing the engagement of our members and supporters on civil liberties campaigns;
• Providing campaign and advocacy leadership and strategy;
• Developing and executing agreed operational tasks or plans – including fundraising events and forums and regular communications with members and supporters;
• Managing a small team of interns and volunteers;
• Facilitating policy development on civil liberties issues and government relations;
• Development of media releases and public statements on key issues;
• Monitoring and administration of submissions;
• Letters to Ministers;
• Management of website and branding;
• Management of comms (social media, newsletters, mail outs);
• Overall responsibility for and administration of the NSWCCL Office function;
• Development and maintenance of organisational policies and procedures;
• Coordinate and manage meetings (AGM, Committee) and provide backup for minutes, preparation of papers as required; and
• Any other reasonable tasks as required.

SELECTION CRITERIA

Essential:

• Strong commitment to the protection of civil liberties and human rights in NSW and Australia, with an objective, non-partisan, and secular approach to advocacy.
• Highly developed oral and written communication skills, with the ability to engage diverse audiences across traditional and social media platforms.
• Demonstrated experience in media advising, media statements and managing relationships with media.
• Demonstrated success in event planning and management, and strong event management and fundraising skills.
• Well-developed research skills and experience in law reform advocacy.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively, with sound judgment, to support the volunteer Executive and Committee.
• Demonstrated web site management and experience with the Nation Builder platform.
• Commitment to administrative tasks and proficiency in Microsoft Office.
• Sound knowledge of the Australian legal or political system.

Desirable:

• Post qualification experience working in community advocacy;
• Experience as a community organiser and campaigner;
• Experience in drafting quality submissions and bold and accurate public statements on civil liberties and human rights issues under time pressure;
• Ability to design marketing collateral for events, campaigns or newsletters;
• Developed leadership and management skills; and
• Experience working in the legal sector.

DETAILS

Location: Sydney based. Ability to work effectively remotely will be necessary.

Hours of Work: We are looking for a 0.8 FTE staff member. Monthly Committee meetings are out of hours as are most of the events we run. Flexibility with hours is essential (time-in-lieu is available).

Term: The position is for a 12-month fixed term, which may be renewed subject to funding. The appointment is subject to a three-month probationary period.

Supervisor: Secretary or other designated volunteer executive member of NSWCCL. This position also reports directly to the Committee.

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