Advocacy Advisor

• Permanent Full Time
• Band 7 ($108,364 - $120,418) + 11.5% super + monthly ADO
• Footscray, Melbourne

About Us

Maribyrnong City Council is undergoing significant change arising from population growth and redevelopment. A transitioning economy is leading to an influx of new residents, businesses, and employment opportunities that is seeing Maribyrnong fast becoming a sought after residential, recreation and social destination in Melbourne's inner-west.

The Opportunity

Are you interested in shaping the future of the City and working across all levels of government to support the delivery of Maribyrnong City Council's key advocacy priorities to ensure our community has equitable access to a range of services, jobs and education?

We are looking for a new Advocacy Advisor with experience in the design and implementation of advocacy strategies, experience in policy analysis and a track recording in fostering effective working relationships across government.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide strategic advice to support the organisation's involvement in a range of regional and government forums. and represent Council on these groups as required
• Identify issues across the City of Maribyrnong and manage the design and implementation of Council's advocacy strategy to achieve positive outcomes for Council.
• Provide sound and informed advice on the organisation's advocacy focus and the best way to achieve endorsed priorities, including through formalised partnerships with other organisations.
• Undertake analysis on a wide range of policy areas, identify trends and provide advice and recommendations on any advocacy impacts.
• Manage and facilitate introductions between government stakeholders and the City of Maribyrnong establish partnerships across all relevant sectors.

About You

To be considered for this role, you will have the following:

• A relevant tertiary qualification in policy development, political science, public relation or similar with demonstrated experience.
• Experience in partnership management, lobbying, policy making and evaluation and advocacy across all level/s of government.
• Well developed, effective communications skills, particularly written communications skills and the ability to craft a persuasive, evidence-based argument.
• A demonstrated ability to develop advocacy strategies and campaigns.
• A demonstrated ability to identify, establish and maintain effective partnerships with internal and external stakeholders.

Why Choose Maribyrnong?

• Work cross functionally in a friendly, supportive and professional multidisciplinary team;
• Enjoy a flexible and inclusive work environment;
• Work in a meaningful role within a Values driven organisation;
• Relish a vibrant foodie hub at your doorstep;
• Accrued Day Off every month.

So, if you are looking for a role where you can make a genuine difference and you enjoy working in a diverse community focused environment, Apply Now!

How to Apply

To express your interest in this role, please forward your Resume and a Cover Letter via our Careers website outlining your relevant experience and addressing the Key Selection Criteria position defined in the position description in support of your application by 10:00pm on the closing date.

To download a copy of the position description please visit us at: http://maribyrnong.recruitmenthub.com.au & enter ref code: 6693311

Equal Opportunity Employer

We are a child safe organisation and an equal opportunity employer. We embrace diversity and are committed to child safety and supporting the best interests of children in all our operations. Council encourages young people, people with disability, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people and people from culturally diverse backgrounds to apply.

Enquiries: Should you have any questions regarding this position, please contact Elle Schreiber, Executive Officer on 0422 646 442