Join the National Women’s Council of Ireland as a Senior Policy Coordinator – Apply by 9 September 2026

The National Women’s Council of Ireland (NWC) is seeking an experienced Senior Policy Coordinator to join its policy team in Ireland. This full-time opportunity is ideal for professionals with expertise in public policy, gender equality, advocacy, research, and violence prevention who are passionate about advancing women’s rights and influencing national policy.

Applications are open until 9 September 2026.

About the National Women’s Council of Ireland

The National Women’s Council of Ireland (NWC) is the country’s leading representative organisation for women and women’s groups. The organisation works to achieve full equality for women while promoting feminist values, social justice, and inclusion. Its advocacy spans a wide range of issues, including gender equality, economic justice, political participation, healthcare, and ending violence against women.

About the Senior Policy Coordinator Role

Reporting to the Head of Policy, the Senior Policy Coordinator will play a key leadership role in advancing NWC’s strategic priorities, with a strong emphasis on women’s safety, gender-based violence, and eliminating all forms of violence against women.

The successful candidate will lead policy development, research, advocacy campaigns, stakeholder engagement, and strategic projects while ensuring all work reflects NWC’s feminist values and strategic objectives. The role addresses issues including domestic and sexual violence, harassment, technology-facilitated abuse, and the links between housing insecurity and violence against women.

Key Responsibilities

The Senior Policy Coordinator will:

• Lead policy research and development on women’s equality issues.
• Coordinate advocacy initiatives and public campaigns.
• Manage projects supporting the prevention of domestic, sexual, and gender-based violence.
• Produce strategic policy analysis and recommendations.
• Develop policy publications and advocacy materials.
• Organise events and engagement activities.
• Build strong partnerships across statutory and non-statutory organisations.
• Collaborate closely with NWC members and external stakeholders.
• Represent the organisation at meetings, consultations, and public forums.
• Support project staff and contribute to organisational strategic priorities.

Ideal Candidate

NWC is looking for an individual who combines strong policy expertise with a commitment to advancing women’s rights.

The ideal applicant should demonstrate:

• Experience in policy development and advocacy.
• Strong research and analytical skills.
• Knowledge of gender equality and violence against women.
• Excellent project management capabilities.
• Experience engaging diverse stakeholders and building partnerships.
• Outstanding communication and representation skills.
• Commitment to feminist values and an intersectional approach that recognises the diversity of women’s experiences.

Why Join the National Women’s Council of Ireland?

This position offers the opportunity to contribute directly to shaping national policy and advocacy on issues affecting women throughout Ireland. Working with NWC means becoming part of an organisation committed to equality, social justice, and evidence-based policy that creates meaningful change for women and girls.

The successful candidate will collaborate with policymakers, civil society organisations, researchers, and community stakeholders while influencing important national conversations around gender equality and women’s safety.

How to Apply

Applicants should complete the official application form and submit it to Lauren O’Brien before the application deadline.

Application Deadline

Closing Date: 9 September 2026 at 5:00 PM.

If you have experience in public policy, gender equality, advocacy, or social justice and want to help drive lasting change for women in Ireland, this Senior Policy Coordinator role offers an excellent opportunity to make a significant impact.

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