Project Lead – Strategy & Advocacy

Music Education: Right from the Start is a collaborative national initiative, led by Alberts I The Tony Foundation. It is driven by our collective belief in the power of music to change lives. It focuses on the place and purpose of music within a quality education, and how to ensure access for all Australian primary school children. It has been supported from its inception by individuals and organisations spanning the music industry, education, research and philanthropy. The initiative seeks to work collaboratively with government and other key stakeholders to understand and find solutions to the key barriers preventing access to a quality music education.

Alberts is a 5th generation pioneering Australian family business. Through Alberts Impact Ventures, its early-stage venture capital business investing in impact founders, to its historic music catalogues, broader investments, music education initiative and philanthropic foundation, Alberts aims to build a vibrant and sustainable future for all.

Founded in 1885, Alberts has played a vital role in the evolution of Australia’s media, popular culture and music landscape. Driven by an entrepreneurial spirit Alberts has supported artists from AC/DC to the Easybeats and Baz Luhrmann and has never been afraid to back technological and social change. Alberts continues to back pioneers and support a vibrant culture today, alongside other focus areas equality, healthy minds and a sustainable environment. Alberts was certified as a B-Corp in 2021. For further information see www.alberts.co and www.musiceducation.com.au.

About the role

The Project Lead – Advocacy & Strategy will drive the Music Education: Right from the Start initiative during this next, critical phase of its development. This is a part-time (2-2.5 days/week) appointment preferably based in Sydney, with consideration given to flexible arrangements and working remotely.

We are looking for a highly-organised, self-directed professional to be an active player in our small team. You will be a strategic thinker, influential communicator and relationship builder with a genuine interest in education, music and young people. You’ll report to our Executive Director – Head of Impact and Music Education.

What you’ll do

You will drive the Music Education: Right from the Start initiative, together with the small project team. You will:

• Implement the strategic plan and program of work for Phase 2.
• Develop and execute advocacy campaigns to influence policy decisions.
• Manage strategic working groups to guide policy development and collaborative activities.
• Engage with stakeholders across the music industry, education, research, philanthropy and government sectors.
• Oversee the communications strategy and prepare communications for key stakeholders.
• Measure progress and report regularly to senior leadership.

About you

• You have a strong background in public policy and/or advocacy, with relevant tertiary qualifications and experience in government relations or advocacy
• You possess excellent communication skills, both written and verbal, and are capable of producing high-quality briefs, submissions and reports
• You have strong relationship building and stakeholder management skills
• You are a creative and strategic thinker, able to generate innovative ideas that drive systemic change
• You have a genuine interest in driving positive change for young people through music education
• You exhibit strong organisational and project management skills.

How to apply

Please submit your CV and application letter to [email protected] by Friday 25 October 2024.

Please note: Please note, we will only be accepting applications submitted via email.

We encourage interested candidates to apply as soon as possible. Interviews will be conducted on a rolling basis.

For a copy of the Position Description, don’t hesitate to contact us via [email protected]

We are an equal opportunities employer

Alberts is committed to a policy of Equal Employment Opportunity and encourage applicants from all backgrounds to apply.