At a Glance
- Tasks: Lead policy and advocacy strategies to improve mental health outcomes.
- Company: Join RANZCP, a leading organisation in mental healthcare excellence.
- Benefits: Be part of a mission-driven team with a focus on inclusion and impact.
- Other info: Dynamic role with opportunities for professional growth and collaboration.
- Why this job: Make a real difference in mental health policy and advocate for communities.
- Qualifications: Postgraduate qualifications in relevant fields and senior leadership experience required.
The predicted salary is between 121500 - 148500 $ per year.
Job Overview
The Royal Australian and New Zealand College of Psychiatrists (RANZCP) is the professional body responsible for training, educating, and representing psychiatrists in Australia and New Zealand.
Committed to excellence and equity in mental healthcare, the RANZCP supports its members and advocates for improved mental‑health outcomes across its communities.
The College's work focuses on enhancing psychiatric education, promoting access and equity through advocacy and collaboration, and fostering a connected, contemporary organisation that benefits both its members and the public.
Key Responsibilities
- Lead the College’s policy and advocacy strategy.
- Influence government and sector decision‑making at senior levels.
- Provide strategic advice to the CEO, Board and Executive Leadership Team.
- Translate member expertise and lived experience into high‑impact policy positions, influencing government decision‑making and advancing outcomes for psychiatrists and the broader community.
- Lead and develop a high‑performing, values‑aligned Policy & Advocacy team.
- Required Qualifications
- Postgraduate qualifications in public policy, law, political science, economics, public administration or a related discipline or relevant experience.
- Significant senior leadership experience in policy and advocacy within government, membership‑based, not‑for‑profit or complex stakeholder environments.
- Deep understanding of Australian and/or Aotearoa New Zealand health systems and the broader socio‑political context.
- Demonstrated ability to influence at the highest levels and navigate complex stakeholder landscapes.
- Strong people leadership skills, with a commitment to inclusion, psychological safety and high performance.
- Preferred Experience
Experience in mental health, education, professional colleges or bi‑national organisations will be highly regarded.
- Contact
- For further information or a confidential discussion, please contact Paul Lefebvre on
- Paul. Lefebvre@davidsonwp. com or Steph Davidson on
Steph. Davidson@davidsonwp. com at Davidson Search & Advisory.
Equal Opportunity & Inclusion
Davidson acknowledges the Traditional Custodians of the lands on which we work and live.
We are also committed to equal opportunity and strive to promote diversity, inclusion, belonging, flexibility, and accessibility in all that we do.
Application Deadline
Applications close Sunday 18th January 2026.
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