Position: Advisor, Strategic Policy and Thought Leadership
Salary: IBA Level 5 ($103,842 - $115,131) plus 15.4% superannuation
Employment Type: Non-ongoing, 3 months (cover leave)
Location: Sydney, Melbourne or Canberra
About IBA
At Indigenous Business Australia (IBA), we partner and invest with Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people who want to own their future. We go further than providing money - we invest in people, places and ideas that are ready. We help make them real. We're deeply invested in the financial success and economic independence of Indigenous Australians. It's why we exist.
We offer a range of services to help Indigenous Australians create wealth, seize investment opportunities, build businesses, and purchase homes. We do this with a commercial mindset and by building respectful, productive partnerships across communities, government, and the private sector.
Our people are invested, informed, responsive, respectful and connected.
The Opportunity
We are seeking a person who is a motivated professional with experience in policy development and strategic projects. And who thrives in a dynamic environment and are passionate about promoting Indigenous economic empowerment.
About the role
This role is part of a small but critical team providing strategic policy advice, driving policy reform submissions, developing the thought leadership and capability of IBA to influence across and within Government and the financial services sector.
What you'll bring to the team
* Awareness and understanding of Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander societies and culture.
* Ability to liaise and communicate sensitively and effectively with Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander staff.
* Strong research and policy analysis skills.
* Demonstrated ability to communicate orally and in writing.
* Identify strategic opportunities and manage project risks.
* At least 2 years' experience in social policy or advocacy work in Australia, preferably with a focus on Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people and issues.
What you will get in return
* A values-based organisation committed to Indigenous economic empowerment.
* 15.4% employer superannuation contribution.
* Not-for-profit status with access to salary packaging.
* Annual leave, with options for half-pay.
* Flexible working arrangements.
* Personal/carer's leave.
* NAIDOC leave.
* First Nations Ceremonial Leave.
* Cultural Leave.
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Applications close: 11 January 2026
Please note: Emailed applications will not be accepted, nor will applications from recruitment agencies