Policy Officer
2 weeks ago
**THE ROLE**
Working in the Care Services unit within the Children and Families Division, this position will undertake a range of policy work and contribute to priority projects and initiatives to support children and young people residing in Care Services.
This will involve supporting the Manager and Senior Policy Officers with research activities, preparation of policy papers and briefs, and maintaining effective relationships across the department.
The position will contribute to a team with policy and program development responsibilities, requires high level written and verbal communication skills, will be required to contribute to a variety of work priorities within the unit.
**ACCOUNTABILITIES INCLUDE**
- Provide advice and reasoned recommendations to complex and sensitive issues based on comprehensive research.
- Contribute to the development of policy initiatives that meet government and departmental objectives
- Support team to monitor and report on high priority issues, risks and trends and prepare and present reports, ministerial briefs, Cabinet and agency submissions.
**Please open the position description to read more.**
**HOW TO APPLY**
Applicants are required to submit a CV and Cover Letter (max 2 pages) outlining their suitability to the role in line with the Key Selection Criteria.
Applicants must be an Australian Citizen, Permanent Resident or hold a valid work permit or visa. Work eligibility will be checked as part of the recruitment process.
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