At Uniting, we believe in taking real steps to make the world a better place. We work to inspire people, enliven communities, and confront injustice. Our focus is always on the people we serve, no matter where they are at in their life.

We are bold, imaginative, respectful, and compassionate.

About the role:

Full time six month contract with potential to extend. Flexible work model, Sydney CBD as a base or North Parramatta and work from home. There will be the opportunity for some travel as you will attend events and Uniting sites.

Working within the Advocacy team, you will have the opportunity to be involved in a multitude of different, interesting and collaborative projects.

Specifically as the Government Relations Assistant your role will be to provide a flexible range of supports to the Government Relations Specialist to

• Support the planning and management of campaigns to deliver on strategic initiatives for advocacy campaigns to improve outcomes for young people.
• Develop and improve interaction with NSW Government including:
  • Develop opportunities to work with Government MPs and agencies to further advocacy priorities. 
• Coordination of lobbying and submissions on these matters as required in consultation with the appropriate business unit.
• Provide support to members of the Advocacy team, Permanency Support team as well as media teams to assist in the development and implementation of advocacy plans and other initiatives as required.
• Provide briefing material for key internal stakeholders as required. 
• Prepare and follow up correspondence with government stakeholders
• Assist to manage events and site visits.

For a detailed overview of role responsibilities please review the Position Description - Government Relations Support PD.docx

Qualifications & Experience:

• Bachelor qualification in a relevant field or equivalent experience
• Demonstrated experience in government relations or working in/and or with government in a policy or regulatory field at a mid-seniority level.
• Capable of working with internal Uniting stakeholders at the including direct interaction with Senior Management.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Understanding of policy, media and government related campaign coordination.
• Capacity to work with and engage a wide variety of internal and external stakeholders.
• Experience in use of digital tools for government relations and advocacy.
• Ability to interpret and present complex research and policy in a way that engages a general audience
• Capable of representing Uniting in a positive light at the highest level to external stakeholders.
• A passion and understanding of social justice issues

At Uniting, we offer an amazing culture, exceptional benefits and we work hard to achieve our main goals always keeping in mind our values and ethics.

We are bold, imaginative, respectful and compassionate.

• You will be joining a dedicated, compassionate, collaborative and supportive team
• Have access to superb Not-for-Profit benefits - an extra $16k tax free+++
• An EVP that is well developed, accessible, and created to assist and support you
• We truly promote from within - career progression actively encouraged
• Ideas and solutions are key and always welcome - we listen!

For a confidential discussion about the role and salary range please don't hesitate to contact Louise Massie on 0422 154 242 or via email at [email protected] using the subject line: Advocacy Officer - Government Relations enquiry via EthicalJobs.

Applications will be reviewed upon receipt - please send your CV and a cover note detailing WHY this role appeals to you.

At Uniting we believe vaccination to be the best way to keep our employees and clients safe from COVID-19. We require all employees to be fully vaccinated against COVID-19 as a condition of employment.

Uniting actively contributes to a safe and supportive working environment that is inclusive of all staff through celebrating their nationality, cultural background, LGBTI status, abilities, gender, age, and uniqueness.

Employment with Uniting is subject to satisfactory background checks which will include a national Police check, working with children check, working with vulnerable people check and reference checks.