Senior Policy Research Officer

Established in 1981, SNAICC – National Voice for our Children is the national non-government peak body for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander children. SNAICC's vision is that Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander children, young people and families are protected, our communities determine their own futures, and our cultural identity is valued. We work to amplify the voice of community and the sector for the fulfilment of the rights of our children.

SNAICC plays a key role in the following areas:

• Research and policy development, with high-level leadership, policy and sector representation

• Training and resource design, development and delivery including topics such as early childhood development, partnerships, family support, trauma, and cultural competency.

• Support for sector development, membership, and networking.

• Full Time – 76 hours per fortnight

• Fixed term – 9 Months
• Location – ACT
• Salary – $117,792 - $123, % super & salary packaging options

SNAICC strongly encourages Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people to apply.

The Position:

The Senior Policy & Research Officer will provide high-level evidence informed policy analysis of issues relating to SNAICC's objectives and the rights and needs of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander families and children. The incumbent will research and draft high-quality policy and research papers, briefings, reports, submissions, resources for services, fact sheets and media releases in line with SNAICC's policy priorities and strategic opportunities.

The Senior Policy and Research Officer – Our Booris Our Way will support children's policy outcomes by delivering high quality policy, operational and secretariat functions for the Our Booris Our Way Implementation Oversight Committee. The position will support the Committee to understand and provide advice to the ACT Government on implementing the recommendations from the Our Booris Our Way Review.

We are looking for someone who:

• Broad knowledge and understanding of issues impacting upon Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander children and families, and commitment to the rights, needs and aspirations of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander children and families.
• Demonstrated ability to work and liaise with Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people and organisations and facilitate their involvement in projects, policies and consultation processes.
• Excellent project management skills including the ability to work collaboratively with project stakeholders, develop and implement work plans and meet deadlines.
• Excellent writing skills, including demonstrated ability to produce high-quality policy documents, evidence-based reports, submission, and research papers.
• Demonstrated ability to think conceptually and analytically including the ability to analyse the underlying causes of social and economic disadvantage.
• Excellent interpersonal and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to work as part of a team from diverse cultural backgrounds, to manage competing demands and to seek and offer support as appropriate.

Prior to applying for this role, please review thePosition Description(this can be viewed on our website).

Applications must include:

• A brief cover letter outlining why you are applying for the position
• Written responsesto how you meet each of the key selection criteria, including short examples demonstrating your proficiency for each criteria
• A resumewith your skills, experience, and qualifications, relevant to the role

The successful applicant will be required to have or obtain a current Working with Children Check and a National Police Check.

SNAICC reserves the right to commence recruitment proceedings immediately.

SNAICC is committed to everyday practice to ensure the safety and wellbeing of all children. Successful applicants are required to adhere to our Child safe practices and policies.

SNAICC does not require the assistance of recruitment agencies at this time – thank you. Please be advised that SNAICC is not responsible for any fees associated with unsolicited resumes submitted outside of its recruitment process.

• Qualifications or extensive experience in relevant fields
• Working with Children Check
• Current police check (no older than three months)
• Current Driver's License