Social Justice Advocate - Senior. Full time permanent role based in Sydney CBD – some travel required

Are you passionate about creating meaningful social change? Do you have experience leading advocacy campaigns and mobilising supporters? Uniting is looking for a dedicated Senior Social Justice Advocate to join our team, helping us deliver on key advocacy campaigns and foster a more just and inclusive society.

About the role:

As the Senior Social Justice Advocate, you will be at the forefront of our advocacy efforts, leading the planning, management, and implementation of campaigns to achieve impactful social justice outcomes. You'll work closely with like-minded organisations, Uniting employees, congregations, and community groups to grow our supporter base and ensure our advocacy campaigns make a difference.

Your key responsibilities will include:

• Coordinating  campaigns that support Uniting’s strategic advocacy initiatives.
• Engaging and developing campaign supporters through diverse methods, both online and face-to-face.
• Collaborating with internal and external stakeholders, including Uniting Church members, to mobilise and engage supporters.
• Guiding campaign effectiveness by implementing and tracking deliverables and key milestones.
• Developing creative content for digital, social, and media platforms to amplify campaign messages.
• Producing publications and communications to keep campaign supporters and stakeholders informed.
• Analysing and reporting on campaign outcomes to review strategies and improve activities.
• Organising events and activities to support advocacy goals and engage wider audiences.
• Building and maintaining databases of campaign supporters and producing data reports to inform decision-making.
• Providing training on policy, advocacy, and campaign strategies to build the capacity of supporters and Uniting staff.
• Nurturing positive relationships with other agencies and coalition partners.

About you:

We’re looking for someone with a demonstrated commitment to social justice, who brings creativity, strategic thinking, and a strong capacity to engage and influence others. You’ll be organised and disciplined, with a talent for communication and the ability to work effectively in a dynamic, complex environment.

What you’ll need:

• Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field or equivalent experience.
• Minimum 3 years of experience in advocacy or campaign coordination.
• Demonstrated success in developing and managing advocacy campaigns for social change.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Experience with digital tools and social media for advocacy.
• Ability to work independently within a defined strategic framework.
• Strong stakeholder engagement skills, with the ability to build and grow campaign networks.
• Passion for social justice and a deep understanding of policy, media, and government-related campaign coordination.

Bonus points for:

• Experience in event planning and organisation.
• Web content management and desktop publishing skills (e.g., Canva, Mailchimp, Wordpress).
• Understanding of the Uniting Church’s ethos and structures.
• Understanding and competency in community organising and related theories

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Why Uniting? At Uniting, we’re committed to making a difference. We’re a leader in social justice and advocacy, and we work with communities across NSW and the ACT to create change where it’s needed most. Join us, and be part of an organisation that values diversity, inclusion, and making a positive impact.

Ready to apply? If you’re ready to take the next step in your advocacy career and make a real difference, we’d love to hear from you. Apply now to join us in building a more just and equitable society.

For all questions, please don't hesitate to contact Louise Massie via email at mmassie@uniting.org

What We Offer You

• A rewarding career with a leading human services organisation.
• Up to $18,550 NFP salary packaging available.
• Access to our U rewards program with exclusive discounts.
• Flexible work hours for work-life balance.
• Access to Fitness Passport – Live your best life.
• A supportive and inclusive and collaborative work environment.
• Opportunities for professional growth.
• Purchase of additional leave.

When you’re part of Uniting NSW.ACT, you’re part of a diverse, purpose-led team of people who are really making a difference to the world around them.
 
We contribute to the work and mission of the Uniting Church in NSW and the ACT through social justice advocacy, community services and spiritual care. We provide care and support for people through all ages and stages of life, with a focus on people experiencing disadvantage and vulnerability. Our purpose is to inspire people, enliven communities and confront injustice.
 
Uniting leaders and employees work together to create a culture that is safe, inclusive and person-centred. We bring this to life every day through our values: compassionate, respectful, imaginative and bold.
 
Uniting acknowledges the continuing sovereignty and rich cultural diversity of Australia’s First Peoples. We pay our respects to all Elders – past, present, and emerging – and to all First Peoples on whose lands we live and work. 
 
Uniting is a Child Safe Organisation committed to promoting the safety, wellbeing and inclusion of children and young people.

Employment with Uniting is subject to satisfactory background checks which may include a national police check, reference checks, working with children checks, and NDIS checks.