Policy and Project Officer

The Team:
The Funding and Commissioning team oversee commissioning and funding activities related to national and state strategic priorities and reform initiatives in the areas of mental health, alcohol and other drugs, and suicide prevention. The team works closely with a range of stakeholders (government agencies, consumer and family/carer organisations, the community sector, and organisations representing diverse communities) to support the delivery of services that are strongly consumer and carer focused, high quality, sustainable, accessible, inclusive, and safe.

The Role:
The Policy and Project Officer will contribute significantly to the efficient and effective operation of the SPF unit in the development, implementation and monitoring of funding, policies, and procedures, and undertake a diverse range of project related activities relating to funding, policy, procedures, and administrative systems support

You will need to:

• Provide detailed advice and high-level analysis to portfolio Ministers, the Secretary, Agency colleagues and other stakeholders on mental health, alcohol and drug, and suicide prevention strategic policy and funding/commissioning issues.
• Undertake projects that contribute to the successful implementation of strategic initiatives and approved service priorities in collaboration with relevant stakeholders, including review of project outputs, outcomes and reporting, and the preparation of project documentation, project status reports and communication strategies as required.
• Work collaboratively with other team members to support the planning, coordination, development, monitoring, and delivery of specific projects and funding commitments.

Note: - Please refer to the Statement of Duties for all the selection criteria of this position to address in your application.

Details of appointment:
Permanent full time, day worker position, working 76 hours per fortnight, commencing as soon as possible.

• notwithstanding hours to be negotiated with the successful applicant.

Applicants should note that, for a period of twelve months from the date of publication, this selection process may be used to fill subsequent or similar full time, part time, and casual vacancies.

Salary:
$107,899 to $122,292 per annum. Our Employer 12% superannuation contribution is on top of this amount.

• Salary range is in accordance with Public Sector Unions Wages Agreement 2022.

Benefits available to eligible candidates:

• A range of leave entitlements, including study leave and Professional Development Support.
• Fitness Passport – You, and your family can access 40+ fitness facilities across Tasmania for just $13.95 per week per person, or $25.95 for a family.

More information about our Employee Benefits can be found here

Eligibility:
Applicants should note the following criteria are desirable:

• Relevant qualification from a recognised institute or equivalent experience

Note: - Please refer to the Application Guide for more information of pre-employment check.

Position Features:

• Some intra/interstate travel may be required

Download the Statement of Duties and any Associated Documents
We encourage you to review the Statement of Duties, Applicant Guide, prior to applying for an overview of the duties, program, selection process and application guidance.

Statement of Duties:

• Policy and Project Officer Band 6 (WORD)

Application Guide:

• Department of Health - Applicant Guide (WORD)

How to apply:
Apply Online. Please click the "Apply" button on this screen to ensure that important questions about you are answered.

You will be prompted to complete a 1-2 page application detailing your experience, skills and knowledge as they relate to the attached Statement of Duties. A separate statement addressing the selection criteria in the Statement of Duties is not required.

• Applications from Recruitment agencies will not be accepted for this role

For more information:
Applicants who require further information are encouraged to contact the Contact person for detailed information about the vacancy.

Name: Kelley-Maree French

Position: Manager - Funding and Commissioning

• SMR Phone number: Email address: kelley-

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