Assistant Commissioner

1 week ago

Melbourne, Australia Australian Government Full time

Non-Ongoing
- Salary: $155 045 to $164 486 plus 15.4% superannuation
- Melbourne, VIC

**Our Opportunity**

The Assistant Commissioner / Special Counsel will report into the Executive Director and provide strategic, expert advice to the President, undertake stakeholder engagement, and support the Principal Legal Officer in the project management of the inquiry to ensure the reports and recommendations are best practice and on time.

**Who are we looking for?**
- ** Conducting Inquiries**
- researching and identifying the key issues involved in the inquiry;
- using experience to identify stakeholders of particular interest for the inquiry for both consultation and inclusion in any Advisory Committee;
- undertaking community consultations;
- undertaking high level analysis of complex issues and submissions;
- supporting the inquiry team to draft chapters for consultation documents and the final report;
- using analytical and conceptual skills to formulate, draft and evaluate proposals and recommendations for reform; and
- attending and potentially chairing ALRC Advisory Committee meetings.
- **Support legal staff**
- support the Principal Legal Officer in their leadership and project management of the inquiry; and
- contribute to the cohesion and effectiveness of the inquiry team by fostering a collaborative and cohesive culture, valuing excellence, innovation and initiative and sharing experience and knowledge.

**Selection Criteria**
- Expert knowledge of and / or experience working in surrogacy and / or related law.
- Demonstrated experience engaging with a range of diverse stakeholders in a sensitive and appropriate way.
- Proven legal research and writing skills and experience.
- Ability to provide strategic advice to senior decision makers.
- Ability to write clear and concise documents, to succinctly articulate complex ideas and concepts and to communicate with influence.
- High level analytical and conceptual skills in legal policy development and implementation within a government, academic or related framework.
- Demonstrated capacity to foster productive and supportive working relationships, working as part of a team, sharing information and ideas, and considering the views of others.
- Ability to work independently, to prioritise tasks and to set schedules in order to meet specified deadlines.

The range and nature of work within the ALRC requires a workforce that reflects our diverse society and the ALRC provides a number of support mechanisms for employees.

As an ALRC employee, you will:

- be part of an inclusive and diverse work environment;
- receive a generous starting salary and work conditions; and
- benefit from supportive learning and development.

**How to Apply**
Application close at **11:30pm AEDT on Sunday 12 January 2025.**
- your current résumé (no more than three pages
- a statement of claims (max. 750 words) explaining why you are suited to the role and the ALRC with reference to the Selection Criteria as outlined above
- the names and contact details of two referees, preferably including a current supervisor

For further information about the role please contact:
**Name**: Ruth Barson, Executive Director

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