Adviser - Policy & Strategy

Focus on developing and maintaining Wesley Mission’s policy positions across priority reform areas, and coordinating high‑quality policy submissions in response to government inquiries, consultations and reviews......

Strategy, Advocacy & Engagement

• Part Time
• Permanent position, 4 days
• Based in Sydney, NSW

About us

Wesley Mission is a high-profile, multi-faceted Christian organisation making a real difference in the community. We work with some of the most disadvantaged people in our community through more than 200 services spanning homelessness, mental health, child and family services, aged care, counselling, employment, education and health.

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

About the role

Reporting to the Head of Strategy & Policy, the Adviser, Strategy & Policy supports the development and delivery of Wesley Mission’s policy agenda, ensuring our advocacy is evidence-based, credible and aligned with our Christian mission.

The role focuses on developing and maintaining Wesley Mission’s policy positions across priority reform areas, and coordinating high‑quality policy submissions in response to government inquiries, consultations and reviews. Drawing on service data, lived experience and research evidence, the Adviser helps translate complex issues into clear, practical policy positions that support reform and systems change.

The role also provides project and analysis support to the Head of Strategy & Policy on selected organisational strategy and business planning activities, contributing to clear strategy development, internal alignment and effective implementation.

This is an excellent opportunity for someone building or consolidating a career in public policy and strategy within a respected, mission‑driven organisation with a strong public and advocacy profile.

About you

This role would suit someone who brings:

• Experience or demonstrated capability in policy research, analysis and writing
• Strong written communication skills, including drafting policy submissions, briefs and recommendations
• An understanding of public policy development, consultation and government decision‑making processes
• The ability to synthesise complex information into clear, practical policy insights
• Strong organisational skills, with the ability to manage multiple inputs and deadlines
• Confidence working collaboratively with advocacy, government relations, campaign and service teams
• Alignment with Wesley Mission’s Christian mission, values and commitment to social justice

Why join Wesley Mission?

You’ll be part of a values-driven organisation that takes its advocacy seriously, supports learning and development, and seeks to influence systems for the benefit of people and communities experiencing disadvantage.

Other benefits

• Tax savings via salary packaging.
• Study leave and financial assistance through our educational assistance scheme for eligible employees.
• Fitness Passport membership for discounted access to gyms and pools across NSW.
• Blue Light Card membership offering discounts and rewards with retailers and services.
• Access to a confidential Employee Assistance Program (EAP) including Manager Assist.

Apply now

For further information or to apply, please email joel.mackay@wesleymission.org.au using the subject line:
Adviser, Policy & Strategy

Wesley Mission is a Christian organisation requiring all staff to affirm its values and 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. Wesley Mission is committed to diversity, inclusion and reconciliation. Guided by our vision of doing all the good we can because every life matters, we welcome applications from people of all backgrounds and social demographics, and strongly encourage Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples to apply.