Policy and Project Officer

The Team:
In this role, you will contribute to the strategic planning, policy development, and service improvement initiatives/projects that support Tasmanians to receive care in their homes and/or communities.

You'll work within a collaborative team to shape and deliver person-centred care statewide.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and implement policy and project initiatives aligned with Home & Community Care initiative.
• Collaborate with internal and external stakeholders to improve service delivery.
• Support data analysis, reporting, and continuous improvement activities.
• Contribute to strategic planning and program evaluation.

The Role:
Under the broad direction of the Principal Policy Officer and Executive Director of Services, to deliver high-level policy analysis and advice; draft high-level documentation and implement projects aligned with the program's strategic policy agenda; and provide guidance to other team members as required.

You will need:

• Support the Principal Policy Officer and Office of the Executive Director of Services in achieving agreed objectives and outcomes by undertaking strategic projects as required.
• Utilise project management strategies to contribute to the formulation and delivery of designated projects, including identifying complex and challenging issues, and contributing to the development of solutions to deliver project activities and outcomes.
• Undertake assigned project activities, ensuring they align with Agency policies, procedures, core business and relevant legislation, and contribute to the development of operational solutions, guidelines, and recommendations for improved service delivery outcomes.

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

Details of appointment:
Fixed term full time, day worker position, working 76 hours per fortnight, commencing as soon as possible for a period of 24 months.

• 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 - Home and Community Care 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: Donna Rowan

Position: Executive Officer

Phone number:

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