Research and Policy Officer

5 months ago

Canberra, Australia Page Personnel Full time

6 Month Assignment
- $90,000 - $100,000 + 15% superannuation, annually

**About Our Client**:
Australian Council of Learned Academies ~ Bridging the disciplines for informed public policy.

The five Members of the Australian Council of Learned Academies (ACOLA) hold the individual formal recognition as Learned Academy by the Australian Government through recognition under the Higher Education Support Act (HESA) - Australian Academy of the Humanities, Australian Academy of Science, Academy of the Social Sciences in Australia, Australian Academy of Technological Sciences and Engineering and Australian Academy of Health and Medical Sciences.
- If you are passionate about wicked problems and unbiased evidence really informing policy - then ACOLA could be the place for you._

The **Research and Policy Officer **will report to ACOLA's Senior Research and Policy Officer. The role supports the team in working on a variety of research projects and contracts as directed. This will involve building strong relationships with stakeholders, particularly the Learned Academies and their Fellows, the Office of the Chief Scientist, Australian Government Departments, and the Australian Research Council.The role has a key focus on synthesising research-based evidence and expert insights and opinion into digestible and actionable policy insights project management and research, writing and analysis. The role will also help to develop ACOLA's position as a body for interdisciplinary research, through liaison with external stakeholders.You will have opportunities to meet and engage with Australia's leading minds, including participating in workshops, discussions, briefings, and seminars on a range of emerging technologies and critical issues ACOLA and its members are progressing.

**The Successful Applicant**:

- Key attributes_
- A well-developed interest in and understanding of at least some of the major scientific, societal, and technological challenges facing Australia.
- Demonstrated experience in useful and impactful writing, e.g. correspondence, project reports, policy statements, event invitations, social media, and minutes.
- Excellent analytical, research, writing and problem-solving skills with the ability to analyse, synthesis and translate large amounts of information across research disciplines and present it in an accessible, balanced policy-relevant manner.
- Excellent time management and prioritisation skills, including the capacity to work to deadlines, and a demonstrated ability to work both autonomously and in a small team.
- Demonstrates initiative and is proactive in their approach to work.
- Highly developed communication and interpersonal skills including the ability to build and maintain internal and external relationships with government, industry, and academia across all levels.
- Experience in planning, coordinating, and running events and meetings.
- Experience in project planning and coordination, including developing project plans and anticipating stakeholder requirements.
- Desirable attributes_
- Post-graduate degree
- Experience in policy development and science communications
- Experience with communications, web content and social media management
- Experience with supervising staff on research projects

**Mandatory Requirements**:

- Must have permission to work in Australia.

**What's on Offer**:

- $90,000 - $100,000 + 15% superannuation, annually
- 6month assignment
- Canberra location
- Excellent team environment
- Immediate start available
- Interstate travel may be required from time to time.
- As a registered charity for tax purposes, ACOLA employees can access attractive salary packaging opportunities, including mortgage payments, rent, meals, and entertainment.

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