Working within Wesley Mission's Advocacy & Government Relations team lead strategic government relations initiatives for Wesley Mission by developing and improving interaction with all levels of Government to further advocacy priorities.

• Full-time permanent role based in Sydney’s CBD
• Work with internal Wesley Mission stakeholders at the highest level including direct interaction with members of the Senior Leadership Team
• Opportunity to represent Wesley Mission in a positive light at the highest level to external stakeholders.
• Base Salary + Super and NFP Salary Packaging Benefits (extra $18,550 tax-free)

About us

Wesley Mission is a high profile, multi-faceted Christian organisation making a real difference in the community. We work with the most disadvantaged in our community by providing over 200 services ranging from aged care, homeless services, child and family care, counselling, employment, training and education, and health services.

Our Vision is “A Spirit-led disciple-making movement: doing all the good we can because every life matters”.

Role purpose

As the Government Relations Advisor, you will play a crucial role in developing, coordinating, and implementing government relations strategies and activities to support Wesley Mission's advocacy goals and service needs. Based in Sydney CBD, you will work closely with the Advocacy and Government Relations team, ensuring alignment with Wesley Mission's vision, mission and 2028 strategic plan.

Key Responsibilities:

• Develop and implement government relations strategies aligned with Wesley Mission's advocacy and campaign goals
• Support team members and key leaders in executing government relations plans with measurable outcomes
• Provide expert guidance on government relations opportunities and manage crises effectively
• Analyse and report on government relations outcomes to review strategy effectiveness
• Coordinate the efforts of specialist external contractors to assist with key campaigns
• Proactively analyse government decision-making processes and legislative developments
• Provide government relations support across the organisation, offering advice and assistance as required
• Develop and maintain relationships with key government officials and stakeholders
• Increase transparency, consistency, and strategy around government relations activities across the organisation.

Qualifications and Experience:

• Bachelor's qualification in a relevant field or equivalent experience
• Minimum 6 years of experience in government relations or related field
• Strategic thinking and analytical skills with the ability to identify government relations opportunities
• Experience in developing networks and partnerships with key stakeholders
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Understanding of policy, media, and government-related campaign coordination
• Ability to work with and engage a wide variety of internal and external stakeholders
• Experience in using digital tools for government relations and advocacy
• Ability to open doors in government
• Understanding of the ethos and structures of the Uniting Church.

For further information please email: [email protected] using the subject line: Government Relations Advisor enquiry via EthicalJobs.

Wesley Mission is a Christian organisation requiring all staff to affirm its values and Worker code of conduct. We are committed to providing an environment in which children can feel safe and valued.

The suitable applicant will be subject to the relevant pre-employment checks for appointment to positions within Wesley Mission (including provision of a valid Working with Children Check clearance number). Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people are encouraged to apply.