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Regulatory & Advocacy Manager

01/05/2024
31/05/2024
Fixed Term Contract
Sydney
Marketing & Communications

The Association for Data-driven Marketing and Advertising (ADMA) is the principal industry body for data-driven marketing and advertising. ADMA is also the ultimate authority and go-to resource for effective and creative data-driven marketing across all channels and platforms, providing insight, ideas and innovation for today's marketing industry.

As the largest marketing and advertising association in Australia (ADMA) represents over 600 brands including major financial institutions, telecommunications companies, energy providers, leading media companies, travel service companies, airlines, major charities, statutory corporations, educational institutions and specialist suppliers to the industry including advertising agencies, software and internet companies.

Job Description

About the role:

ADMA is currently recruiting a Regulatory & Advocacy Manager (Part-Time, 3 days per week) to join our team.

Reporting to the Director of Regulatory & Advocacy / Strategic Advisor, you will be responsible for providing support and assistance across;

Government Relations and Industry Representation:

  • Advocate for ADMA on compliance and regulatory matters related to data governance, privacy, and consumer protection.
  • Collaborate with relevant stakeholders to ensure ADMA’s position is well-represented in industry discussions.

 

Promoting Responsible Data Use:

  • Champion ADMA’s narrative regarding the ethical and effective utilization of data for marketing purposes.
  • Leverage ADMA’s assets and intellectual property to create engaging and informative content for the marketing community.

 

Expertise and Guidance:

  • Provide practical guidance to member companies on regulatory issues related to data governance, marketing, and advertising.
  • Develop compliance resources, including best practices, guidelines, and educational materials.
  • Assist in drafting submissions clearly articulating the data-driven marketing and advertising position in relation to key government consultations

Self-Regulatory Systems and/or guides:

  • Contribute to the creation, development, and management of self-regulatory systems as appropriate, including ADMA codes and guidelines.

Key Areas of Responsibility:

Compliance and Governance Support:

  • Ensure ADMA’s compliance with relevant regulations and industry standards.
  • Monitor changes in legislation and provide timely advice to internal stakeholders.
  • Help determine Best Practice positioning within regulatory framework so as to guide industry stakeholders where required

Strategy Development and Implementation:

  • Collaborate with the Director of Regulatory & Advocacy to develop strategic initiatives.
  • Implement advocacy strategies to influence policy and promote ADMA’s interests.

Financial Performance:

  • Contribute to revenue growth by supporting compliance efforts and enhancing ADMA’s reputation.
  • Monitor financial metrics related to regulatory compliance and department contribution to business KPIs.

Desired Skills and Experience

To be successful in your application it is expected that you will possess the following skills and experience;

Essential;

  • Legal qualifications
  • Experience in an advocacy-focused role that includes the development of policies, submissions and papers
  • Demonstrable interest/knowledge of the regulatory issues relating to data governance, marketing and advertising and a commitment to keep up-to-date with recent developments
  • High level of communication skills and a proven ability to develop practical content for a non-legal audience
  • Demonstrated research and policy development skills, including the ability to undertake legal / general research
  • Highly developed interpersonal skills and a proven ability to communicate with a range of stakeholders
  • Strong organisational and time management skills
  • Commitment to be a constructive team member who values the importance of working in a collegiate environment

Desirable;

  • Previous experience or exposure to working with industry bodies
  • Experience in public speaking with presentation/facilitation skills and/or media trained
  • Interest and understanding of marketing industry

About ACS:

ADMA is part of the ACS Group. The ACS is the professional association for Australia’s technology sector with 47,000+ members across business, government and education.

Established more than 50 years ago, and employing more than 180 staff nationally, we are a member-led NFP and the trusted leader in the tech sector.

Australia’s success increasingly depends on technology. It powers the delivery of government services, enhances children’s learning and enables all businesses to innovate and improve productivity.

We bring together technology professionals from across Business, Government and Education and equip them with the right skills and knowledge to power Australia now and in the future.

Our benefits include:

  • Hybrid work environment
  • Collaborative work culture
  • Complimentary membership to the ACS and the many benefits associated with the membership, including our Ambassador card
  • NFP Salary Packaging – meaning you pay less tax and have more take-home money to spend
  • Employee Assistance Program (free and confidential counselling services)
  • Additional leave including up to 3 gifted days p.a, a recharge day and floating holidays to celebrate what's important to you
  • 10 weeks of paid parental leave
  • Access to training and development
  • Reward and recognition for a job well done

If you are passionate about data-driven marketing, regulatory affairs, and industry advocacy, we encourage you to apply. Join ADMA and be part of shaping the future of marketing in Australia.