About the Role This role sits within the Policy & Advocacy (P&A) team, which develops health policies and drives external advocacy and engagement opportunities. The Senior P&A Officer will work with Fellows and trainees, and other team members, to develop compelling, relevant and timely health related policy and advocacy activities. Key responsibilities include: Identify opportunities for innovative policy and advocacy activities Develop policy, advocacy and communications strategies and materials for College priorities Engage the College membership Engage with relevant internal and external stakeholders on College priorities Research the evidence, literature base and external commentary on various health related topics Prepare background papers, submissions and briefs to inform decision making and contribute to advocacy Participate in the provision of rapid responses to health policy issues as they arise Remain up-to-date and well informed on health policy matters, advocacy tools and resource About You The successful candidate will have: 2 years experience in a Senior Policy role Experience with the development of health and/or social policies, position statements and briefing papers Relevant tertiary qualifications Highly developed analytical skills, political judgement and strategic thinking Strong skills in stakeholder engagement and relationship management Ability to work within a context of ambiguity and identify potential solutions Excellent written and verbal communication skills Demonstrated skills in preparing briefs and background analyses Ability to prioritise, multitask and manage deadlines Demonstrated ability to work in a team with a flexible approach to sharing tasks and working cooperatively To apply, please send your resume and short cover letter by clicking “Apply" no later than 12 September 2025. For any further information, please email recruitment@racp.edu.au We encourage you to submit your application as soon as possible as will be shortlisting and interviewing as applications are received. Our ad may close earlier than the specified closing date should a suitable candidate be found. No agencies please | The RACP is an equal opportunity employer
