Professional Standards And Policy Officer

2 weeks ago

Sydney, New South Wales, Australia Royal Australasian College Of Surgeons Full time

Overview
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Professional Standards and Policy Officer
role at the
Royal Australasian College of Surgeons
.
The Royal Australasian College of Surgeons (RACS) is the leading advocate for surgical standards, professionalism and surgical education in Australia and Aotearoa New Zealand. The College is a not-for-profit organisation that represents more than 8600 surgeons and 1300 surgical trainees and Specialist International Medical Graduates.
RACS also supports healthcare and surgical education in the Asia-Pacific region and is a substantial funder of surgical research. There are nine surgical specialties in Australasia being: Cardiothoracic Surgery, General Surgery, Neurosurgery, Orthopaedic Surgery, Otolaryngology Head and Neck Surgery, Paediatric Surgery, Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery, Urology and Vascular Surgery.
About the role
You will support the development and review of professional standards, guidelines, and policies. The work involves research, analysis, drafting documents, and coordinating input from committees and stakeholders.
Key tasks include:
Researching and drafting standards, guidelines, policies, and reports.
Preparing submissions, briefing papers, agendas, and minutes.
Supporting consultation processes by gathering and collating feedback.
Monitoring changes in surgical practice, health policy, and professional standards.
Coordinating projects to meet agreed timelines and reporting needs.
About you
A qualification in public policy, law, political science, or a related field
Experience in policy, research, or advisory work (health, education, or membership organisations an advantage)
Knowledge of standards development and governance processes
Strong research and writing skills
Experience preparing clear and accurate documents
The ability to manage competing deadlines and maintain attention to detail
Skills in organising committee work and engaging with stakeholders.
This role is full time ongoing and can be based out of one of our RACS Offices in Melbourne, Adelaide, Sydney or Brisbane. You will enjoy a flexible hybrid working arrangement with 1-2 days per week in the office.
How to apply
To apply for this role please submit your application by clicking on the "Apply Now" button to submit a cover letter and resume.
Please note we will be reviewing applications as they come in.
Enquiries can be directed to ; however, applications emailed to this address will not be accepted.
RACS is committed to supporting diversity and inclusion in our workforce. The Royal Australasian College of Surgeons (RACS) recognises Aboriginal and Torres Strait Island people as the traditional landowners of Australia and Maori as the tangatawhenua (people of the land) of Aotearoa New Zealand. We are committed to creating employment opportunities for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islanders and Maori and building an environment that is inclusive, culturally safe and appropriate.
Job details
Seniority level: Associate
Employment type: Full-time
Job function: Administrative and Education
Industries: Education Management, Non-profit Organizations, and Hospitals and Health Care
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