Job Description:

The General Manager, Policy & Advocacy provides high level support to the Executive General Manager, Policy & Advocacy and leads the Policy and Advocacy team in the development of a suite of high quality health policies, reflecting the issues that are of importance to the College membership.

Duties will include but are not limited to:

• Strategic oversight of the work of the Policy and Advocacy team.
• Delivery of the directorate business plan, including Board P&A priorities and initiatives, and committee workplans.
• Ensure high quality policy support is provided to College committees and maintain good relationships with these stakeholders.
• Drive engagement with government and other external stakeholders.
• Monitor policy development in the health portfolio.
• Advise the College on the political and legislative agenda.
• Engage with College bodies on defined policy issues.
• Research, consult and write on a range of policy issues.
• Participate in the provision of rapid response to health issues as they arise.
• Help prepare submissions, reports, funding applications, correspondence, presentations and other documents as required.
• Providing guidance and support to the Policy & Advocacy team to maximise their skills and talents.

Skills and Experience:

The successful candidate will have:

• Relevant tertiary qualifications in health or related disciplines.
• Demonstrated health policy experience at senior level.
• Developed health networks and understanding of policy positions of key health policy players.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Knowledge of the Australian government and health system structures.
• Demonstrated skills in stakeholder engagement and relationship management.
• Experience developing and providing policy advice and recommendations within a complex organisation.
• Experience in leading and developing people.
• Knowledge and experience in Indigenous health would be highly regarded.

How to Apply:

To apply, please submit your application through RACP’s online job portal by clicking here.