HOBAN Recruitment are currently sourcing an experienced Policy Officer to work with our client who is an independent statutory agency, responsible for supporting thousands of Australians with a significant and permanent disability and their families and carers.
The Policy Officer is accountable under limited direction to undertake complex work that is guided by legislation, policies, procedures, standards, methodologies and precedents.
The position is required to provide detailed technical, professional, policy, operational support and advice in relation to complex problems. Where required, the role will coordinate and assist in the strategic planning, program and project management and policy development that support the objectives to "build a world-leading National Disability Insurance Scheme".
The Policy Officer will have a considerable level of public contact in relation to complex, difficult or sensitive issues. It is required to liaise with a range of internal and external stakeholders in a representational role
**Responsibilities of the role**:
- Interpreting, drafting and reviewing policy and procedural issues with relevant business areas and key stakeholders.
- Contributing to the planning and implementation of NDIA policies and objectives.
- Drafting reports, briefing papers, agendas, minutes, speeches, Ministerial correspondence and discussion papers.
- Conducting research and analysis to inform policy development and support implementation.
- Tailoring written and verbal communications for a variety of audiences, providing advice on complex issues.
- Liaise with internal and external stakeholders, participate in committees and forums.
- Identifying emerging issues across mainstream interfaces and suggesting potential solutions.
**Additional Position Information**
The Branch has vacancies at the APS6 level across all four teams:
- Aged Care and YPIRAC
- Health and Housing Interface
- Mainstream Interface Policy
- Royal Commissions
**About you**
- Exceptional communication and teamwork skills
- Satisfactory level of technical, functional, and professional skill
- Can maintain effectiveness when experiencing major changes
- Previous experience working closely with internal and external stakeholders.
- Must have an understanding in legislations, policies, and procedures
- Procurement and contract management experience
- Must be an Australian Citizen
Only suitable applicants will be contacted.