ActionAid Australia – who are we?

ActionAid Australia is part of a federation working in over 70 countries to advance women’s rights and end poverty and injustice. After decades of progress on women’s rights, the world is witnessing the largest setback to gender equality in history. The climate crisis, which is fuelling increased disasters and conflict, is a major driver of these setbacks, exacerbating existing gender inequalities. Building on decades of work at the intersection of gender equality and climate justice, under ActionAid’s new strategy, Women’s Leadership for Climate Justice we support women on the frontlines of injustice overseas and campaign in Australia to advance climate justice for women. ActionAid works to shift government policy and corporate practice that undermine the rights of women living in poverty.

ActionAid Australia’s main office is based in Sydney. We also have a small team based in Melbourne.

the role

ActionAid Australia is seeking a dynamic Policy and Campaigns Coordinator to support the implementation of ActionAid’s advocacy and campaigns on climate and gender justice. Reporting to the Head of Campaigns and Policy, this role would suit an all-rounder who can work across all aspects of advocacy and campaigning work, from developing content for digital campaigns to coordinating ActionAid’s Activist Network and conducting policy analysis. This is an exciting opportunity to join a small but effective team that is driving critical social change for women’s rights and global justice.

Key roles and responsibilities

Digital campaigning:

• Drafting high-quality campaign content to engage supporters across ActionAid’s digital channels, including supporter emails and social media and website content;

• Supporting the back-of-house maintenance of the website and digital platforms, including data tracking;

• Moderation of social media platforms;
• Monitoring and suggesting responses to the latest news and developments.

Activist mobilisation and support:

• Coordinating ActionAid’s Activist Network, under the direction of the Head of Campaigns and Policy;
• Supporting Group Coordinators to coordinate and engage their groups, develop annual plans, and deliver effective campaigns;
• Coordinating the delivery of Activist Network trainings;
• Supporting office-based Activist Support Volunteer to recruit and induct new activists;
• Maintaining activist database, tracking actions, reporting, and evaluation.

Policy and research:

• Supporting the development of policy and research products by undertaking desktop research, literature reviews and policy analysis;
• Collecting, collating and analysing information from ActionAid’s international programmes and reports to inform policy and advocacy;
• Supporting the translation of ActionAid research into advocacy and communications materials.

Other:

• Conducting basic research for campaign strategy development;
• Working as a member of the Campaigns and Policy team and collaborating cross-organisationally with communications, fundraising and programming colleagues;
• Other duties as delegated.

the ideal candidate – what are we looking for?

Required:

• A strong commitment to ActionAid’s vision, purpose, and values, including feminist leadership. A commitment to diversity and experience working with people from diverse backgrounds and cultures.
• At least three years of experience in policy and/or campaigning on gender equality, climate change, or in a relevant sector.
• Demonstrated ability to produce high-quality content for a range of digital platforms.
• Well-developed analytical skills, including the ability to track Government policy processes and conduct research and analysis for policy and advocacy.
• Excellent interpersonal and relationship-building skills, including the ability to work as part of a team, and with volunteers and other stakeholders.
• A high degree of initiative and self-drive and strong project management skills.
• Must possess an appropriate Australian or New Zealand work visa or be eligible to apply for one.

Desirable:

• Tertiary qualification in a relevant discipline
• Experience using a campaign database like Campaign Monitor, ActionNetwork, or NationBuilder (we use Campaign Monitor).

A position description is attached.

ActionAid Australia is an Equal Opportunity Employer and is always actively looking for applicants from a diverse range of genders, cultures, language groups, abilities, and experiences to apply.