Senior Policy Officer

Sydney

• Build and manage effective relationships with key stakeholders
• Access to our Employee Assistance Program
• Hybrid working environment, offering a highly competitive salary.

About the Role

This role sits within the Stakeholder Relations and Policy team and coordinates and undertakes policy development, providing analysis and advice to support the development and implementation of policy initiatives for icare's schemes.

Benefits

• A corporate wellbeing program with subsidised gym membership, free flu vaccinations and health check programs
• Comprehensive learning and development support aligned to icare's Core Capabilities.
• Our People Awards - On-the-spot Recognition, Quarterly Values Awards & Our People Annual Awards

Duties

It's an exciting time at icare where no two days are the same; as a Senior Policy Officer you will:

• Undertake research, analysis and review alternatives in relation to policy deliverables to contribute to the policy process and to inform decision making.
• Provide a range of project management and support services, including preparation of policy papers, discussion papers, briefs and submissions, to contribute to the development and delivery of policy initiatives.
• Assist in the preparation of Ministerial briefings and executive level correspondence, submissions and reports as required.
• Prepare and review policy advice to ensure alignment with policy directions.
• Monitor relevant trends, issues and developments that may impact policy areas.
• Communicate with key stakeholders and coordinate working groups, meetings, and stakeholder consultations to support engagement as well as policy development and implementation. Prepare materials, assist with note taking and analysis of feedback as required.
• Undertake research and collate information for reporting, monitoring and evaluation purposes to contribute to the achievement of policy outcomes.
• Provide general support to the policy team and collaborate across business areas as required.

Skills & Experience

• Pre-Employment Checks
• Degree in public policy, law, economics, social science political science or related discipline
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Analytical thinking and ability to synthesize complex information clearly
• Good organisational and time management skills
• Sound judgement and attention to detail
• Willingness to learn and take initiative.
• Ability to work collaboratively in a team environment
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office suite (Word, Excel PowerPoint)
• Some experience in research, administration or analysis (including through internships, university work or previous employment)
• Understanding of icare's schemes is highly desirable as is an understanding of the machinery of Government

Culture

We know our strength comes from the diversity of our people and would encourage people with different experiences and backgrounds to apply. We are committed to our people's development so the people of NSW can thrive.

About the Company

Our purpose is to care for the people of New South Wales, building confidence and trust so our communities can thrive. As NSW's agency of insurance and care, in the past year we insured 338,000 businesses, covering four million workers and supporting 92,000 workers with injuries. We cared for over 1,800 people severely injured on our roads and supported more than 5,450 impacted by a dust disease. We helped 775 homeowners, insuring $20.9 billion in residential projects, and continue to protect $436 billion in NSW Government assets including iconic landmarks the Sydney Harbour Bridge and Opera House. icare continues to refine and transform how we deliver services to improve experiences for those we serve.

• For more information about icare visit our website
• icare operates a direct sourcing model so no agency introductions will be accepted
• We are a Circle Back Initiative Employer – we commit to respond to every applicant
• A talent pool may be created through this recruitment process.

If you are an employee of icare please apply via Hugo to submit your application. We want to support you with the next step in your career.

Please note that you must be an Australian citizen, permanent resident of Australia, New Zealand citizen with a current New Zealand passport or have unrestricted working rights to apply for this role.