Reports to: Chief Executive Officer

Location: Negotiable, with a strong preference for an east coast capital city. The WELA team works remotely from home, within AEST hours. Melbourne based team members also have the option to work from our small city office space. This position is open to Australian residents only with current Australian working rights.

Job Type: Part time, 0.8FTE for a twelve-month contract. The position may be extended pending further funding

Salary: $106,400, plus superannuation (pro rata). This position is classified as Level 6.1 under the SCHADS award

Job Requirements: Occasional (monthly) after-hours work, ability for occasional domestic travel and easy access to a major capital city

Benefits: Flexible working location, work / life balance, supportive and empowering culture, generous leave provisions and employee benefits including leave loading of 17.5%, mentoring opportunities

About the Position

Do you want to contribute to saving the environment, solving climate change and taking on the patriarchy?

We are seeking a Policy and Advocacy Manager to co-develop and deliver a new project for climate, environmental and gender justice in Australia.

This role is for an initial 12-month project, four days a week. The position may be extended pending further funding.

You will be supported in the role by the CEO, a clear organisational strategy, and a strong positive team culture. You’ll work alongside the Research and Policy Manager, as part of a small team of ten people, with a supportive board.

About the Project

This project will support the development of and advocacy for national policies and investment opportunities for climate, environmental and gender justice in Australia.

The Manager will:

• Create and lead industry and sector working groups stemming from key issues identified in WELA’s report Gender, Climate and Environmental Justice in Australia
• Establish a new network of advocates and stakeholders working at the intersection of gender, climate and environmental issues
• Lead ongoing policy, education and advocacy work relating to gender, climate and environmental justice, including engaging diverse stakeholders, developing policy asks and submissions, and engaging with decision makers
• Support storytelling activities to build public understanding of the intersection between climate, environmental and gender justice in Australia

About You

You’re passionate about our environment, and the importance of climate and environmental policy that considers and responds to the needs and inputs of all genders.

You’re experienced in policy, advocacy and campaigning, and thrive in new and emerging policy spaces. You’re confident working with a range of stakeholders across academia, government, industry and civil society organisations, and are experienced in coordinating stakeholders for input and joint activities.

You have a high degree of experience working in the gender or climate / environmental policy, advocacy and campaign spheres, and a demonstrated interest in bringing an intersectional approach to these challenges. You have a strong sense of initiative, and an ability to spot opportunities and make new projects or activities happen.

You are a strong writer and communicator, and have an ability to make complex concepts and information accessible to a broader audience.

You enjoy working independently as part of a small team. You understand the realities of a small organisation, and don’t mind getting your hands dirty to support the team as and where needed. You can be confident the team will be there to support you in your work however it is required.

WELA is committed to creating a diverse and thriving community of women and gender diverse people for our environment and climate action. People from Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander communities, communities of colour, or culturally and linguistically diverse communities are encouraged to apply.

Key Selection Criteria

• Demonstrated commitment to our environment and intersectional feminist policy
• At least five years experience in climate, environmental or gender justice policy analysis and development
• At least five years experience in climate, environmental or gender justice advocacy or campaigning
• Demonstrated experience in project management and ability to deliver complex projects to time and expectations
• Demonstrated experience engaging and managing new stakeholders and establishing networks or alliances
• Excellent written skills and broader communication skills, with experience writing and delivering public reports and submissions
• Ability to work independently as part of a small team, with minimal supervision

About WELA

Women’s Environmental Leadership Australia (WELA) is empowering, supporting, funding and diversifying women’s and gender diverse leadership for our environment and climate action, in order to transform Australia’s response to our environmental and climate crises.

We’re a small and empowering team, with a big vision for change. We work hard, but have a healthy commitment to work/life balance, and enable the flexibility to support this. We practise what we preach - we have a unique workplace culture that values innovation, relationships and diverse leadership styles. We support one another to grow, develop, and bring joy and creativity to our work each day.

We embody a vibrant and caring energy where we know what we’re doing, but we certainly don’t have all the answers. Learning, reflecting and balancing risks informs our passion and drive.

next steps

To apply for this position, please click Apply Now.

For general enquiries about the position, please email [email protected], using the subject line: Policy and Advocacy Manager - Remote / Work From Home enquiry via EthicalJobs, or for a brief discussion about the position, please book a time with WELA CEO Victoria McKenzie-McHarg, via Calendly: here.

A position description is attached.