International Policy and Advocacy Advisor

Do you want to make a difference to the lives of children across the globe? Here is a chance to demonstrate that you are fearless for protecting and promoting the rights of children. We are looking for someone who is just as passionate about child rights as we are, ensuring that their voices are amplified in everything we do.

Save the Children is no ordinary not-for-profit.

We’re ambitious, creative and outspoken. We stand up for children’s rights. We want all children to be educated, healthy and live a life free from violence. We run programs in Australia and overseas and, if there’s a disaster - like an earthquake, drought or conflict – we are there on the ground.

Where you come in:

In this full-time permanent position (part-time options will be considered), based in Melbourne, Sydney or Canberra (remote working arrangements will also be considered),* you will provide expert policy and advocacy advice across a range of development and humanitarian issues. You will be part of our Policy Team and report to our Head of Policy.

The International Policy and Advocacy Advisor will have a solid understanding of development and humanitarian issues, and will be responsible for driving the organisation’s advocacy on humanitarian effectiveness, protecting children in conflict, the impact of climate change on conflict, and education in emergencies. This role will develop strategic policy and advocacy products, as well as engage in direct lobbying, to engage and influence key stakeholders including the Australian Government, the media and broader Australian community to ensure that children’s needs are heard and met.

Currently, this role has particular focus on Save the Children’s priority crisis settings, including Syria, Myanmar, Yemen and Afghanistan. It will also have responsibility in undertaking advocacy on repatriation of Australian children from North East Syria, increasing Australia’s defence weapons exports transparency, and reforms to improve Australia’s sanctions measures as a means to protect and promote the rights of children.

You will make an impact by:

Does this sound like you?

You are a highly motivated and values driven professional with the background and knowledge of what is happening for children living in crisis settings. You can confidently work independently, while collaborating with a wide range of people with a range of skill sets, whether they are working in the field or in Melbourne. You are passionate about the protection and promotion of children’s rights and want to do work that directly impacts the lives of children.

This role requires:

Working at Save the Children is more than just a job.

It’s the feeling of knowing that your work is contributing to making the world a better place for children and working with others who feel the same. In addition to a connection to social causes, you will have access to:

For more information regarding our employee benefits, please follow this link.

Sound interesting?

We’d love to hear from you. Submit your cover letter and resume by clicking on the ‘Apply’ section.

Applications close 4PM AEDT, Friday, 7 July 2023.

Position Description – International Policy and Advocacy Advisor

For more information about this position, please contact Simon Henderson, Head of Policy, at simon.henderson@savethechildren.org.au.

*We understand flexibility is important to you. We offer flexible hours, remote working, and flexible job structure, among many other employee benefits. All are available for the right candidate!

Save the Children is committed to providing and maintaining a safe working environment for its employees and client groups, consistent with our obligations under OH&S legislation.

We have tested our application process with diverse groups in mind, with the intent to ensure it's straightforward and accessible for all to apply. Diversity and inclusion are fundamental to our culture and improve our ability to reach our most vulnerable client groups. But we also know there is no one-size fits-all when it comes to recruitment - so if we didn’t quite hit the mark for you, please let us know! We’re dedicated to ensuring Save the Children Australia is a workplace suitable for all people and can modify our processes to suit you – no matter your race, ethnicity, gender, age, disability, sexuality, neurodiversity, culture and beliefs.

Save the Children Australia is a child-safe organisation. All employees are required to undergo a National Police Check, a Working with Children Check, and sign our Child Safeguarding Policy and Code of Conduct. We also support the Inter-Agency Misconduct Disclosure Scheme. You can read about the Scheme and our commitment to Safeguarding here.