Advocacy, Representation & Engagement Advisor

Advocacy Representation & Engagement Advisor

Help shape the future of Australias Not-for-Profit sector

Melbourne CBD Full-time

Are you passionate about influencing public policy building meaningful relationships and making a genuine difference for Australias not-for-profit sector

Amplify Alliance Australia is the national peak body representing more than 900 Not for Profit organisations delivering human and social services across the country. We advocate for our members influence government policy and provide the practical support NFP organisations need tostrengthen the communities they serve.

We are seeking an experienced Advocacy Representation & Engagement Advisor to lead member engagement and government relations across the critical determinants of social well-being including Jobs Home Learning Health Social Justice and Social Connection.

This is an exciting opportunity to become a trusted representative for our members working directly with government departments ministers offices policy makers and sector leaders to ensure the voices of Australias Not for Profit organisations are heard.

About the Role

Reporting to the General Manager Operations you will:

• Build trusted relationships with member organisations across your portfolio.
• Represent Amplify Alliance in meetings with Commonwealth and State Government departments and sector stakeholders.
• Develop evidence-informed advocacy positions submissions and policy papers.
• Identify emerging policy issues and opportunities affecting the sector.
• Translate member insights into practical advocacy and government engagement strategies.
• Work collaboratively across the organisation to strengthen Amplify Alliances national influence.

About You

You are a confident relationship builder who understands how government and the Not for Profit sector operate.

You will bring:

• Demonstrated experience in advocacy stakeholder engagement public policy or government relations.
• Experience engaging with government departments ministers offices or public sector decision-makers.
• Strong communication and influencing skills.
• Excellent written skills including the ability to prepare high-quality submissions and briefing papers.
• An understanding of Australias human and social services and Not for Profit sector.
• A relevant tertiary qualification.

Experience across the employment family women and children policy portfolios will be highly regarded.

Why Join Amplify Alliance

This is more than a policy role.

Youll have the opportunity to influence national conversations build relationships with senior government leaders and work alongside passionate organisations committed to improving outcomes for Australians.

We offer:

• A purpose-driven organisation making national impact.
• Hybrid working arrangements.
• Professional and supportive team culture.
• Opportunities to engage directly with senior government and sector leaders.
• A role where your work genuinely helps shape public policy and strengthen Australias Not for Profit sector.

Be part of the national voice for Australias human and social services sector.

Apply now with your resume and a cover letter outlining your experience in advocacy government relations and stakeholder engagement. For any further insight please email Mark Little General Manager Operations at