Job Description
Seeking an experienced Christian professional with a proven ability to influence public policy, a deep understanding of the major issues facing our nation, and the capacity to articulate a clear, compelling Christian perspective on those issues.....
About us
The vision of the Australian Christian Lobby (ACL) is to see Christian principles and ethics influencing the way we are governed, do business, and relate to each other as a community. ACL seeks a compassionate, just and moral society through having the values of the Christian faith reflected in the character and political life of the nation.
With over 250,000 supporters Australia-wide, ACL facilitates professional engagement and dialogue between the Christian constituency and government, allowing the voice of Christians to be heard in the public square. ACL is neither party-partisan nor denominationally aligned. ACL representatives bring a Christian perspective to policy in Federal, State and Territory Parliaments.
Position Overview
At ACL, we are committed to shaping public policy with values that benefit all Australians. Our work is important, urgent and strategic, with the Director of Public Policy playing a crucial role. Reporting to the Chief Operating Officer (COO), the Director of Public Policy will lead our national policy development and strategy, manage the policy team, and equip the CEO and State Directors to advance our policy objectives across Australia.
We are seeking an experienced Christian professional with a proven ability to influence public policy, a deep understanding of the major issues facing our nation, and the capacity to articulate a clear, compelling Christian perspective on those issues. The successful candidate will have the ability to think strategically, while also possessing a thorough understanding of Australia’s political system. This is a rare opportunity to lead policy initiatives that can make a lasting difference to our nation. If you have the conviction, experience and skills to help shape our public policy from a Christian perspective, we would love to hear from you. If you believe this role is appropriate for your skillset and background, you just might be the one we are looking for, and we would ask you to apply.
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Do Applicants need to have Permission to work in Australia?
Over 250,000 individuals share ACL's vision to defend truth, life and religious freedom in the public squares, in particular to the Parliaments of Australia. We advocate for laws and policy that reflect a Christian view of human flourishing!
ACL is non-party partisan, non-denominational.