Research & Policy Officer - Full Time

4 weeks ago

Burwood East, Australia RSPCA Victoria Full time

**_Do you want to join one of Victoria’s most recognised not-for-profit animal welfare organisations?_**:

- **_ Exciting opportunity to join our Prevention Team and support efficient and effective operation of the policy and advocacy function _**:

- **_Permanent Full Time position in Burwood East_**

**About RSPCA Victoria**

RSPCA Victoria is a non-government, community-based, not-for-profit organisation whose vision is ‘ending cruelty to all animals’. We are Victoria’s best-known and most respected animal welfare organisation.

Our organisation’s purpose is to work with the community to achieve outstanding animal welfare through education, advocacy, and animal care and protection. RSPCA Victoria’s values - clarity and accountability, respect and consideration, and expertise and collaboration - set clear expectations for all our staff and volunteers.

**About the Role**

We are currently recruiting a Research & Policy Officer to join our Prevention Team in a permanent full-time capacity. Reporting to the Policy and Advocacy Manager, you will be responsible for supporting the efficient and effective operation of the policy and advocacy function in order to advance RSPCA Victoria’s efforts to improve animal welfare in the community.

**Duties and Responsibilities**

Reporting to the Policy and Advocacy Manager, you will:

- Provide secretariat support to RSPCA Victoria’s Animal Welfare Policy Committee, including scheduling meetings, preparing and distributing papers and taking minutes.
- Prepare briefs to inform the engagement and advocacy efforts of members of the RSPCA Victoria Management Team, Senior Management Team and Board, as required.
- Conduct literature reviews and summarise research papers as directed by the RSPCA Victoria Management and Senior Management Teams.
- Representing RSPCA Victoria on external committees; attending and presenting at seminars.
- Developing feedback on RSPCA Victoria policy and position paper documents and representing RSPCA Victoria on the federation Animal Welfare Policy Working Group.
- Develop external submissions to consultations, Parliamentary Inquiries, and other items.

**What we are looking for from you**
- Relevant tertiary qualifications in biological sciences or policy
- High level literacy, numeracy and problem-solving skills, including intermediate computer skills (including use of Microsoft Office Excel and PowerPoint).
- Ability to work in a fast paced and challenging work environment.
- Demonstrated experience working collaboratively in a team environment.

**Desirable**
- Demonstrated experience writing literature reviews or preparing briefs by synthesising information from reliable sources will be highly regarded
- Experience in similar role/s in this sector will be highly regarded but not essential

**Recruitment Requirements**
- Willingness to undergo a National Police Check

**What we can offer you**
- This role attracts a Total Fixed Remuneration of $76,197.26 - $96,517.334 (_inclusive_ of superannuation)
- A broad range of leave entitlements, including annual leave, personal leave, additional leave (6 days per year pro-rata), purchased leave, paid parental leave, study leave and paid family and domestic violence leave
- Recognised by Mental Health First Aid Australia, as an advanced workplace - Access to a range of mental health and wellbeing supportive initiatives, including confidential counselling services and education programs
- Generous discount on products and services, including Royal Canine pet food, Hush Puppies footwear and RSPCA Victoria retail and vet clinic products and services
- Salary packaging and novated lease arrangements on offer with leading provider, Maxxia
- Access to a range of learning and development opportunities that will benefit and support you in your role

**How to apply**

***Applications close Friday 22 March 2024**
- RSPCA Victoria is committed to creating a diverse and inclusive work environment and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment and we strongly encourage people from all cultural backgrounds to apply, including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people. Applicants are welcome to access RSPCA Victoria’s Diversity & Inclusion Policy _here_._

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