Job description
Breast Cancer Network Australia (BCNA) is Australia’s leading breast cancer consumer organisation.
We provide information and support to those diagnosed and their supporters, opportunities to connect with others going through a similar situation and work to influence a stronger healthcare system to ensure all Australians affected by breast cancer receive the very best care, treatment and support.
BCNA was born out of a small group of determined women who wanted to make the breast cancer journey better. In 1998, when Lyn Swinburne founded BCNA, her vision was for no one to feel alone through their experience of breast cancer. That vision still remains our priority.
This year over 20,000 Australians will be diagnosed with breast cancer, including 200 men. Sadly, we will also lose about 3,000 people to the disease.
Over the past 25 years, we have built a strong and resilient network that brings together over 175,000 individuals. We are led by the lived experience of those who have already been diagnosed and we are driven every day to make the experience better for those who will be diagnosed tomorrow.
BCNA is represented by the Pink Lady silhouette – symbolic of BCNA’s focus on the people affected by breast cancer and all those around them, not the disease.
We are seeking a high-performing Senior Manager, Policy & Advocacy to join our Policy, Advocacy & Support Services team. Reporting to the Director, you will lead our policy and advocacy activities, ensuring alignment with our strategic priorities. Your role will involve critical analysis, stakeholder engagement, strategic planning and management of a dedicated team. This role is a Full-Time position.
Key Responsibilities:
- Utilising strong analytical skills to critically review the latest research and public policy as required.
- Leading response to policy issues identified in our Policy and Advocacy Strategy and unplanned emerging issues, including conducting research and analysis, liaising with relevant stakeholders, and developing relevant written documents including background papers, submissions, position statements and letters.
- Collaborating with media, communications, and other teams to lead our advocacy agenda and outcomes.
- Responding to policy and advocacy issues and emerging concerns with well-researched documentation.
- Identifying and prioritising key advocacy opportunities, state, national and global.
- Building and maintaining relationships with key stakeholders.
- Engaging with consumers to identify issues of concern, and curate and develop policy content to proactively communicate and address these concerns.
- Representing BCNA at external events and continuing to strengthen our reputation.
- Managing the Policy & Advocacy team’s operations and professional development.
What you’ll bring to the role:
- Proven experience in policy and advocacy roles.
- Experience working with consumer groups would be highly regarded.
- Strong stakeholder engagement.
- A collaborative and supportive mindset.
- Strong written and communication skills.
- Strong analytical and communication skills.
- Leadership and team management experience.
- Degree in health, public policy, law or equivalent would be desirable.
How to Apply
If this sounds like what you have been looking for and you are ready to be a part of something special, apply by attaching a cover letter and your resume that outlines your skills and experience for this position.
BCNA is an employer of equal opportunity and encourages and values diversity and inclusion. Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people are encouraged to apply.
Applicants must hold a valid visa with unlimited working rights suitable for an ongoing role and will be subject to successfully completing a National Police History Check.