Senior Policy Advocate for Protecting Australia’s Nature

Dc-Aapor; Perth; On-site; AUD 116,000 - 129,000; Full time

Job summary

Pew’s Protecting Australia’s Nature team seeks a Principal Associate to support Western Australian campaigns from its West Perth office. The role requires proactive advocacy, top‑level communication, and strong interpersonal skills, reporting to the WA Manager.

The position collaborates across a national team to influence government and stakeholders and to advance conservation goals by 2030. Based in Australia, the role uses Pew’s hybrid work program with core days in the office and flexible

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent industry experience in public policy, political science, law, journalism, environmental management, advocacy, or related fields such as project management.
• High-level project or campaign management skills.
• Experience establishing and maintaining positive stakeholder or project partner relationships.
• Excellent written and verbal communication, and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and perform under time pressure.

Responsibilities

• Lead the implementation of an agreed strategy alongside the campaign manager.
• Coordinate campaign initiatives and measure progress and outcomes.
• Develop and maintain relationships with government, media, and stakeholders.
• Prepare briefing materials and engage with officials.
• Support development of alliances and cross‑team collaboration.

Skills

Advocacy experience

Stakeholder management

Strategic thinking

Communication skills

Public policy

Education

Bachelor’s degree or equivalent in public policy, political science, law, journalism, environmental management, advocacy, or related fields

Job description

Pew’s Protecting Australia’s Nature team seeks a Principal Associate to support Western Australian campaigns from its West Perth office. The role requires proactive advocacy, top‑level communication, and strong interpersonal skills, reporting to the WA Manager.

The position collaborates across a national team to influence government and stakeholders and to advance conservation goals by 2030. Based in Australia, the role uses Pew’s hybrid work program with core days in the office and flexible