Principal Social Policy Advisor

1 week ago

Adelaide, Australia City of Adelaide Full time

**Principal Social Policy Advisor** **-** **(**2400291**)**
- A workplace of positive people and ideas
- A team that aims high
- Full-time, permanent position starting at $127,346 + super

**About the Opportunity**

As part of the Park Lands, Policy & Sustainability Program the Principal Social Policy Advisor will proactively lead the development and implementation of social policy and objectives of the City of Adelaide through specialist research, strategic, analytical and social trend interpretation to improve decision making and influence positive outcomes for the community. They will be responsible for project management, social impact analysis, research and policy, business case and program development.

Some of the key current priorities of the team include:

- implementing Council’s Homelessness Strategy,
- implementing Council’s Disability Access and Inclusion Plan,
- developing and implementing a new Stretch Reconciliation Action Plan and
- developing a new social equity framework aligned to Council’s new 2024-2028 Strategic Plan.

**About You**
- To be successful in this role you will have:

- Extensive experience in social research and planning, policy development, monitoring government policy, analysing data, project managing and implementing social inclusion initiatives.
- Substantial knowledge of community and social development principles including understanding of the role of a Capital City Government, needs of different population groups and socio-urban characteristics of an inner-city environment and the social service responses.
- Knowledge of measures to address complex social issues and reduce barriers in the public realm environment.
- Thorough understanding of major social policy issues and players, including the role of the non-government sector and the three spheres of government in the provision of social services.
- Knowledge of government and non-government policy and programs and sources of funding and current social research institutions.

**About Us**
- Located in the geographic heart of Kaurna Country, the City of Adelaide celebrates its cultural heritage, unique natural surrounds and structures its footprint in a way that allows it to adapt to the changing needs of the community and a dynamic global landscape. Our focus is on our community’s wellbeing and quality of life - investing in city improvements and on future planning, so we continue to design a liveable city where future generations can continue to live authentic and meaningful lives. This is an exciting opportunity to join our team and be a bigger part of our amazing city

The Park Lands, Policy & Sustainability Program establishes clear and integrated policies and plans to shape a well designed, planned and developed City, to protect and enhance our unique Park Lands, and support a welcoming and resilient community that demonstrates environmental leadership.

To find out how a role with City of Adelaide is able to impact the community, please watch this video here.
- At the City of Adelaide, we thrive in an environment that is welcoming, inclusive and safe, and celebrates difference. We value and embrace our diverse perspectives and recognise the value diversity has in fuelling innovation and enabling brilliant experiences for our diverse community.

**For Further Enquiries & How to Apply**
- All enquiries regarding this position will remain private and confidential and can be directed to Jo Menadue on 8203 7048.
- Please submit a Resume and a Cover Letter expressing the skills, experience and qualities you can bring to this position addressed to Jo Menadue, Team Leader, Social Planning & Reconciliation.

**Applications close at 11.59pm, 18 April, 2024.**
- Please be advised this is a full-time, permanent opportunity with a starting salary at the Level 8 Classification at $127,346 + 11% superannuation.
- We encourage Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander People, and people living with disability to apply._

**Position Description**: Click here

**Primary Location**: Adelaide - CBD

**Job**: Strategy

**Program**: PARK LANDS, POLICY & SUSTAINABILITY

**Employment Status**: Permanent

**Hours of Work**: Full-time

**Job Posting**: 28/03/2024, 6:32:54 AM

**Unposting Date**: 18/04/2024, 9:29:00 AM

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