Professional Summary
Professional Overview
Michael Sheldrick is a seasoned policy, advocacy, and impact professional with a strong track record of driving positive change on a global scale. As the Co-Founder and Chief Policy, Impact and Government Affairs Officer at Global Citizen, he leads the organization's efforts to influence policy, drive social impact, and engage with government stakeholders worldwide.
Experience Summary
Current Role
In his current role, Michael is responsible for overseeing Global Citizen's policy, advocacy, and government affairs initiatives. He collaborates with policymakers, international organizations, and civil society partners to advance progress on critical global issues, including poverty, health, education, and climate change. Under his leadership, Global Citizen has achieved significant policy wins and amplified the voices of marginalized communities on the world stage.
Career Progression
Michael's career journey has been marked by a steadfast commitment to social impact and a deep understanding of the intersection between policy, advocacy, and real-world change. Prior to his current role, he served as the Vice President of Global Policy and Government Affairs at Global Citizen, where he spearheaded the organization's global advocacy efforts. Earlier in his career, he held various leadership positions at Global Citizen, including Global Director of Policy and Advocacy and Senior Manager of Global Policy and Advocacy.
Michael's extensive experience also includes roles as a Youth Delegate at the UN Malala Day Youth Assembly, a Tony Blair Faith Foundation Fellow at the University of Western Australia, and a Campaigns Manager at The Oaktree Foundation.
Academic Background
Michael holds a bachelor's degree from the University of Western Australia, where he also worked as a Tutor. He has demonstrated a strong academic foundation in policy, advocacy, and international development.
Areas of Expertise
- Global policy and advocacy
- Stakeholder engagement and coalition building
- Impact measurement and evaluation
- Strategic communications and public affairs
- Nonprofit management and organizational development
Professional Impact
Throughout his career, Michael has been instrumental in driving meaningful progress on a range of global issues. He has played a key role in securing policy commitments from governments and international organizations, amplifying the voices of marginalized communities, and fostering cross-sector collaboration to achieve lasting impact.
Conclusion
Michael Sheldrick's extensive experience, strategic mindset, and unwavering commitment to social impact position him as a leading voice in the global policy and advocacy landscape. As he continues to shape the future of Global Citizen and contribute to important initiatives, he remains dedicated to creating a more just, equitable, and sustainable world.
