Advisor, Business and Human Rights

The Gender Equality Focus Area is committed to forging a future where all people realise their inherent freedom and equality. Strengthening partnerships is critical to achieve this. Guided by the 2030 Strategy, Gender Equality is focused on ending the egregious human rights abuses of modern slavery and gender-based violence, shifting harmful social norms and legislative barriers to gender equality, and creating new economic opportunities that will empower women from the boardroom to the factory floor.

Walk Free is an international human rights group working to accelerate the end of all forms of modern slavery. Walk Free is the creator of the Global Slavery Index, the world's most comprehensive data set on modern slavery. We use this data to mobilise powerful forces for change against these human rights abuses. We work with governments and regulators, businesses and investors, and faith and community leaders to drive systems change and we partner directly with frontline organisations to impact the lives of those vulnerable to modern slavery. We work with survivors to build the movement to end modern slavery, recognising that lived experience is expertise and they are central to identifying lasting solutions.

About the Opportunity

Reporting to the Senior Manager, Business and Human Rights, Walk Free, you will support Walk Free's advocacy and engagement across the Asia Pacific region and globally. The role works to drive our work to combat modern slavery in supply chains with business, investors, government and civil society stakeholders.

Day to day you will:

• Translate knowledge into communications, advocacy and policy materials, and work across Walk Free to integrate knowledge and communications into guidance, trainings and tools for business.
• Design and develop bespoke tools for business, including delivery of presentations and training seminars.
• Support Walk Free's work engaging with business and the financial sector, including industry groups focused on modern slavery and human rights in the Asia Pacific region, including coordinating events and formal stakeholder engagement.
• Work with Walk Free's partners across business, the financial sector and civil society to develop research and tools to equip and improve business practices.
• Support Walk Free's work as the Secretariat of the Bali Process Government and Business Forum (GABF) and the implementation of GABF recommendations and initiatives.
• Stay abreast of latest legal, regulatory and policy developments in relation to modern slavery and broader business and human rights issues and reporting frameworks.
• Support Walk Free's advocacy efforts to strengthen corporate accountability laws and policies relating to modern slavery, due diligence, supply chain transparency and forced labour import bans.
• Write and prepare background documents, briefings, reports, talking points, op-eds, speeches on key issues and new policy developments on modern slavery issues.
• Build relationships with our civil society partners to understand key risks and calls to action.

About You

Experience working in human rights or broader sustainability/ESG issues, with a strong understanding of modern slavery, will be critical to your success in this role. You will work closely with diverse stakeholders to support high‑quality advice, engagement, and outcomes across complex and sensitive issues.

You will also bring:

• A formal degree in business, human rights, international relations, sustainability, international development, law, public policy, politics, or a closely related field, and at least 3 years' relevant professional experience (a Master's degree desirable).
• Experience working in or with government, business or civil society, with an understanding of how these sector's intersect.
• Demonstrated experience developing, drafting, and reviewing written materials, and building or managing stakeholder networks or communities of practice.
• A collaborative and inclusive working style, with the ability to navigate differing perspectives and engage constructively with a wide range of partners and stakeholders.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills, including experience producing targeted communications for senior or high‑level audiences.
• Confidence in leading and facilitating meetings with stakeholders from diverse professional, cultural, and geographic backgrounds.
• Fluency in English is required; additional languages are an advantage.

Benefits

At Minderoo Foundation, we are committed to supporting our people to thrive, both professionally and personally. As part of our team, you'll enjoy:

• Flexible working options
• An inclusive, values-driven workplace

Next Steps

Please attach your resume and a cover letter explaining why you are interested in this opportunity.

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Minderoo Foundation embraces Equal Opportunity and promotes diversity. We actively encourage Aboriginal & Torres Strait Islanders, people of all backgrounds, ages, sexual orientation, and those with Disability to apply.