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Advocacy & Stakeholder Engagement
Full-time
Permanent position
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 General Manager, Advocacy & Stakeholder Engagement, the Government Engagement Adviser supports Wesley Mission’s advocacy and service priorities through effective, coordinated engagement with government.
This role provides practical government relations support across the organisation, contributing to advocacy outcomes, service sustainability and system reform. It works closely with advocacy, policy, campaigns and service teams to ensure Wesley Mission’s engagement with government is well-informed, consistent and aligned to organisational priorities.
The role will assist with preparing correspondence and briefings, monitoring policy and parliamentary developments, supporting meetings with government stakeholders, and maintaining records and systems that strengthen whole-of-organisation government engagement.
This is an excellent opportunity for someone early in their government relations or public policy career to build experience in a complex, mission-driven organisation.
About you
This role would suit someone who brings:
- An interest in government, public policy, advocacy or community services
- Strong written communication skills, including drafting correspondence and briefings
- An understanding of, or willingness to learn about, government and parliamentary processes
- The ability to coordinate information, track activity and manage competing priorities
- Confidence working collaboratively across teams and with external stakeholders
- Alignment with Wesley Mission’s Christian mission, values and commitment to social justice
Experience in a not-for-profit, government, political or advocacy setting is desirable but not essential.
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:
Government Relations Adviser
Closing date
18/02/2026
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 successful applicant will be subject to relevant Pré-employment checks, including a valid Working with Children Check. Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people are encouraged to apply.
