Senior Advisor/ Director, Global Advocacy
Senior Advisor/ Director, Global Advocacy
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Job Description
About the Opportunity
Minderoo Is seeking a dynamic and experienced Global Advocacy Director to lead our international advocacy strategy and amplify our global influence. This high impact role will be pivotal in shaping and advancing Minderoos international presence through strategic engagement high level partnerships and targeted influence.
Reporting to the Executive Director Advocacy & Engagement and working closely with our Founders and the Board the Director will drive advocacy initiatives across the organisation ensuring Minderoos priorities are championed among key global decision makers.
Key responsibilities:
- Design and lead strategic global and regional advocacy strategies.
- Build and manage high level relationships with governments multilateral institutions global philanthropies civil society organisations and NGOs.
- Coordinate compelling international engagements for Founders and Executive Leadership that elevate Minderoos goals.
- Represent Minderoo at influential international forums and high-level events.
- Support advocacy campaigns that connect Minderoos priorities to global topics and movements.
- Proactively identify and act on emerging global opportunities to advance the Foundations goals.
- Prepare strategic briefs and provide expert insights to senior stakeholders to inform global engagement efforts.
- Leverage international platforms to amplify advocacy impact and visibility.
- Mentor and support internal teams to develop their advocacy capacity.
- Drive bilateral engagement strategies to build influence and deepen partnerships.
- Monitor evaluate and report on global engagement efforts to ensure effectiveness and continuous improvement.
- Work cross-functionally with internal teams across Focus Areas Impact Missions and Enablers to deliver cohesive high-impact outcomes.
Qualifications :
About You
You are a globally minded strategist with a deep understanding of international systems and policy ideally in environmental law global development or international relations. You have experience navigating complex multilateral and bilateral landscapes and excel at building meaningful relationships at the highest levels.
In addition you will have:
- A Degree in International Relations Law Public Policy or a related discipline.
- At least 10 years experience in international advocacy external affairs government or global policy.
- Strong knowledge of international governance structures especially the UN and other multilateral bodies.
- A proven track record of managing senior-level relationships and delivering outcomes in complex international environments.
- Deep insight into the global political landscape and emerging policy trends.
- An established international network within government philanthropy and civil society (highly regarded).
- Outstanding communication and negotiation skills with experience briefing senior executives and political leaders.
- A calm and focused approach with the ability to manage multiple competing priorities under pressure.
- Flexibility to travel domestically and internationally and work across global time zones.
Due to the travel requirements we are flexible on the home location of the candidate.
Additional Information :
Benefits
At Minderoo Foundation we are committed to supporting our people to thrive both professionally and personally. As part of our team youll enjoy:
- Flexible working options
- Attractive Parental Leave
- An inclusive values-driven workplace
Next Steps
Please attach your resume and a cover letter explaining why you interested in this opportunity.
Applications close: Monday 30th June 2025.
Please note we reserve the right to extend closing date and/or close applications early should a suitable candidate be identified.
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Minderoo Foundation embraces Equal Opportunity and promotes diversity. We actively encourage Aboriginal & Torres Strait Islanders people of all backgrounds ages sexual orientation and those with Disability to apply.
Remote Work :
Yes
Employment Type :
Full-time
Employment Type
Remote
