• GetUp
• Permanent, Full time
• Sydney, Brisbane or Melbourne Based
• SCHADS Level 5-6
• Salary $91,280 - $102,936 per annum + superannuation

This position is designated for Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander people under s.14 Anti-Discrimination Act 1977 (NSW). This position is also intended to constitute a special/equal opportunity measure under s.8(1) of the Racial Discrimination Act 1975 (Cth).

About the Organisation

GetUp is powered by the values and hopes of one million members, movement partners and a central team of expert strategists. Together, we do whatever it takes, with fierce integrity, to make extraordinary impact.

We focus our campaigns on the areas our members care about most in the fields of First Nations Justice, Environmental Justice, Human Rights, Economic Fairness and Democratic Integrity. From making sure hundreds of thousands of people can vote in elections, to successfully stopping major projects threatening the Great Barrier Reef or fighting against an offshore regime of detention and deterrence of people seeking asylum – we have a decade-long history of mobilising a movement to really win. We are a committed ally and stand with First Nations peoples and communities, focusing on the voices of affected communities in all our campaigns. GetUp is currently developing a First Nations Justice (FNJ) vision in consultation with our First Nations staff, leaders, and organisations.

About the role

The First Nations Justice Senior Campaigner will be an integral part of the First Nations Justice Team and you will work within this team of change makers to deliver campaigns that achieve real life social change for First Nations communities and their peoples on the issues they want to see action on. Core accountabilities of the role include:

• Drafting, devising, and reviewing campaign strategies in accordance with campaigning team goals and organisational strategies, including writing and reviewing high quality campaign content across all GetUp channels
• Leadership on campaign research, planning, evaluation, and management of campaign staff
• Monitorisation of the latest news and recommending appropriate courses of action
• Supporting key engagement with stakeholders, including traditional owners, land councils, community leaders and political offices
• Representation of the organisation in the community and the media

About you

You will be an experienced professional with a demonstrated track record of working collaboratively and communicating effectively within First Nations communities. To be successful in this role, you will be/have:

• Capable of working autonomously on a range of different tasks, events, and projects
• A high level of organisational skills and attention to detail
• Ability to take initiative in order get the job done and keep on track
• At least two years’ professional experience in the workforce, such as activism, as copywriters, journalism, public relations speciality, teaching, as community workers, communications speciality, and/or academics

Key Selection Criteria

Essential Requirements

1. Identify as Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander person. Please note: your application will not be considered if you do not clearly identify as an Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander person under section 14 of the Anti-Discrimination Act 1977(NSW) and the Special/Equal Opportunity Measure under section 8(1) of the Racial Discrimination Act 1975 (Cth).

Key Position Requirements

2. Cultural competency including a deep understanding of the issues facing Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples and a demonstrated commitment to justice for First Nations peoples.

3. Demonstrated communication skills including the ability to think through complex political issues and communicate them simply and clearly.

4. Ability to form a good rapport with a diverse range of people including First Nations volunteers, staff, and organisations.

5. High level digital skills with a willingness to learn new technologies, thriving in a fast-paced environment.

6. Strong ability to work in a team, bringing ‘off the wall’ creativity and ideas to the FNJT team.

Desirable Requirements

7. Experience in Get-up style online campaigning, working in a media cycle, journalism, or copywriting.

What we can offer you

• A permanent, full-time arrangement
• An attractive salary
• A dedicated First Nations staff policy that provides culturally appropriate access to workplace entitlements
• Opportunities for further learning and professional development
• Travel opportunities
• Flexible working arrangement
• Competitive leave entitlements
• Culture of innovation and experimentation

How to get more information

Additional information is available in the role description or by contacting the team at Pipeline Talent.

Lesina Gibbs-Manuatu | Senior Talent Acquisition Specialist
Email: [email protected], using the subject line: First Nations Justice Senior Campaigner - GetUp enquiry via EthicalJobs
Ph: 0408 027 880 or 02 8001 6603