Systems Advocate Queensland Advocacy for Inclusion•Surfers Paradise, Queensland, Australia
ROLE DESCRIPTION
Queensland Advocacy for Inclusion (QAI) is seeking aSystems Advocateto join our team.
The Systems Advocate is responsible for advancing the systemic advocacy priorities of Queensland Advocacy for Inclusion (QAI) and the Queensland Independent Disability Advocacy Network (QIDAN).
The role works across a range of systems advocacy approaches to drive change, including policy and law reform, sector development, community engagement, research and evidence generation, and advocacy campaigns.
It focuses on identifying systemic issues, analysing systems and structures, and contributing to coordinated strategies that influence policy, practice and decision-making.
Working collaboratively with QIDAN members, people with disability, QAI staff and key decision-makers, the Systems Advocate contributes to submissions, reports, advocacy initiatives and campaigns that promote fairness, equity and inclusion.
The role may also lead or support projects that strengthen the sustainability, capability and collective impact of the disability advocacy sector in Queensland.
This is a versatile chance and may be filled at either part time or full time.
Salary will be paid in accordance with theSocial, Community, Home Care and Disability Services Industry Award **** (SCHDS Award)at a level commensurate with skills and experience.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
Apply a range of systemic advocacy approaches to support QAI and QIDAN priorities, including policy and law reform, strategic communications, campaigns, sector engagement and evidence-based advocacy.
Contribute to projects that support systemic change and sector sustainability, including stakeholder engagement, project activities and reporting.
Assist with inclusive consultation and engagement processes with people with disability, QIDAN members and stakeholders to inform advocacy priorities and strengthen collective influence.
Work with QIDAN members and QAI staff to identify, prioritise and progress systemic issues, supporting coordinated advocacy efforts that reflect agreed priorities.
Undertake research, analysis and synthesis of policy, data and lived experience to identify systemic issues, inform advocacy strategies, and support evidence-based change.
Prepare clear and accessible written and verbal materials for a range of audiences,



including reports, discussion papers, surveys, guides, briefs and other advocacy resources for internal and external use.
Support QIDAN engagement, including working groups, communities of practice, and other network-led initiatives that intersect with projects.
Contribute to coordinated systems advocacy planning across QAI and QIDAN, including supporting alignment across projects, campaigns and policy work to maximise impact.
Collect, analyse and present data provided through QIDAN and QAI.
Work under the direction of the Systems Coordinator and Principal Advocate collaborating with QAI's systems advocacy team, Communications team, Pathways Information and Referrals Services and QIDAN to ensure alignment and maximise the impact of project outputs.
Monitor progress of systemic advocacy activities and projects, and provide timely updates and reporting to the Systems Coordinator, Principal Advocate, QAI Executive and funding bodies as required.
SELECTION CRITERIA
Demonstrated experience in systemic advocacy, policy, law reform, research, or a closely related field, with the ability to undertake defined pieces of work with limited direction.
Strong analytical and critical thinking skills, including the ability to interpret policy, legislation, data and lived experience to identify systemic issues and develop informed responses.
Highly developed communication skills, including experience preparing submissions, reports, briefings or position papers that are clear, evidence-based and accessible.
Demonstrated ability to coordinate projects or defined streams of work, including planning, stakeholder engagement, implementation support and delivery of outcomes.
Experience working collaboratively within partnerships, networks or cross-sector environments, including contributing to shared priorities or collective approaches.
Ability to manage competing priorities and deliver high-quality outputs within required timeframes with a degree of autonomy.




Willingness to complete a criminal history screening clearance.
Lived experience of disability or strong connection to disability communities.
Experience working in or alongside disability advocacy, social justice, community legal or human services organisations.
Understanding of the policy and service landscape affecting people with disability in Queensland and/or nationally.
Qualifications in law, social policy, social work, community development, or a related field, or equivalent professional or lived experience.
Experience contributing to government consultation processes, inquiries or sector submissions.
About Queensland Advocacy for Inclusion
We are an independent organisation that advocates for the protection and advancement of the needs, rights and lives of people with disability in Queensland.
We are a registered Charity and community legal centre that works to uphold the principles of fundamental human rights, social justice and inclusion in community life.
We provide advocacy to individuals through our three advocacy practices and this work informs our systemic advocacy that engages in campaigns and submissions directed at changing attitudes, law and policy.
WHY WORK FOR QAI
We are an equal opportunity employer with a strong commitment to diversity and inclusion within our workplace and were the first organisation to opt in to being bound by the Human Rights Act **** (Qld).
We encourage First Nations people and people with disability to apply as the position would benefit from a person with lived experiences.
Applicants are encouraged to request reasonable adjustments if required to assist the application and recruitment process.
We pride ourselves on fostering a friendly and supportive workplace culture, as we take the well-being of our staff seriously.
Our well-being program includes staff activities such as walks by the river, yoga or potluck lunches, creating opportunities to connect with each other and take a break from our screens.
We also offer:
Salary sacrificing options
a flexible work environment
professional supervision
above award wages
paid parental leave
portable long service leave
which is now standard across the sector
A position description is attached.
QAI is willing to customise the role to facilitate candidates with disability.
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📌 Systems Advocate (Queensland)
🏢 QAI
📍 Queensland