Senior Policy Adviser

Senior Policy Adviser

Location: Sydney, NSW (Hybrid work arrangements available)

Full-Time | Permanent

Experience Level: Senior

Are you passionate about shaping policy that impacts the future of agriculture in NSW? Do you want to work in a collaborative and purpose-driven environment? NSW Farmers is looking for a Senior Policy Adviser to join our dedicated team and make a real difference for farmers and rural communities across the state.

About Us

NSW Farmers is the leading representative voice of farmers in NSW. We advocate to business and government to ensure the best possible results for farmers, rural and regional communities. We work closely with stakeholders to provide support for our members and the farming sector more broadly.

About the Role

As a Senior Policy Adviser, you’ll play a key role in driving NSW Farmers policy and advocacy efforts. Working closely with Policy Directors and Policy Advisers, you will identify emerging issues, undertake research, and develop strategic advocacy plans that address member priorities.

You’ll serve as a subject matter expert in various areas of agriculture for several policy committees and help facilitate the coordination, communication, and delivery of initiatives that make a real impact on the ground.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the development of well-researched policy positions and advocacy strategies on key issues affecting agriculture.

• Conduct research, analyse issues, and contribute to government submissions and reports.

• Building and maintaining strong relationships with members, industry stakeholders, government, and internal teams.

• Monitor legislative developments and provide expert policy advice.

• Serving as the primary contact for a number of NSW Farmers’ policy committees, providing strategic advice, coordinating committee and council meetings, supporting member engagement activities with government and industry stakeholders.

• Provide guidance to Policy Advisers and contribute to cross-functional projects.

About You

To excel in this role, you will have:

• Relevant tertiary qualification in Agriculture, Law, Economics, Science, or Business

• Strong experience in policy, government relations, or a related field

• Excellent research, writing, and analytical skills

• A proven ability to manage stakeholder relationships at all levels

• A strong connection to agriculture, rural and regional people

• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and comfortable with digital collaboration tools

Why Join Us?

• Work in a high-impact role where your work directly benefits NSW’s farming communities

• Opportunities for professional development and education assistance

• Gifted leave days

• Recognition programs

• Paid parental leave

• Salary sacrificing

• EAP support

• Partner discounts

• Supportive, values-driven culture that promotes inclusion and collaboration

• Flexible working arrangements to support work-life balance

Ready to Make a Difference?

Submit your application today, including a resume and cover letter addressing your suitability for the role to ***************@nswfarmers.org.au

Interviews will commence immediately or suitable candidates.

Applications close Friday, 18 September 2026

Visit the NSW Farmers website’s Careers section to access the role profile.

For all enquiries please contact 02 9478 1***