Postgrad Policy & Advocacy Coordinator

Association of Postgraduate Students Inc.; Brisbane; On-site; AUD 79,000 - 82,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Meaningful contribution to student rep

Rep network across university

Policy research and advocacy

Supervision of student consultations

Collaborative environment

Flexible working

Job summary

Association of Postgraduate Students Inc. (APS) at The University of Queensland seeks a Policy & Advocacy Coordinator for a fixed-term, full-time role starting January 2027. The position supports postgraduate student representation, coordinates committees and conducts policy research on behalf of APS.

The role involves supervising the Student Insights Coordinator, engaging with student reps and university stakeholders, and assisting in APS advocacy priorities and program delivery.

Qualifications

• Organised and analytical professional capable of supporting APS governance
• Strong written and verbal communication skills with attention to detail
• Ability to interpret complex information and translate into practical policy guidance
• Experience coordinating committees and supporting student representation would be advantageous

Responsibilities

• Coordinate recruitment, onboarding and ongoing support of APS student representatives on UQ committees and working groups.
• Act as primary APS contact for student representatives, maintaining regular communication.
• Organise committee briefings, debriefings, agendas and papers; coordinate follow-up actions.
• Support policy research, meeting preparation, written contributions and governance processes.
• Maintain records of appointments, engagement, schedules and developments.
• Develop induction materials and training to strengthen representative confidence.
• Research university policies and prepare briefing papers, submissions and responses.
• Build relationships with UQ secretariats, staff and stakeholders.
• Supervise the Student Insights Coordinator and oversee surveys and research activities.
• Support advocacy initiatives and evidence-based planning for APS programs.

Skills

Organised

Analytical

Communication

Stakeholder management

Attention to detail

Meetings coordination

Initiative

Job description

Association of Postgraduate Students Inc. (APS) at The University of Queensland seeks a Policy & Advocacy Coordinator for a fixed-term, full-time role starting January 2027. The position supports postgraduate student representation, coordinates committees and conducts policy research on behalf of APS.

The role involves supervising the Student Insights Coordinator, engaging with student reps and university stakeholders, and assisting in APS advocacy priorities and program delivery.