Australia’s Disability Strategy 2021-2031 (the Strategy) provides a national framework against which all levels of government have agreed to focus on improving outcomes for people with disability over the next decade. In our commitment to the guiding principles, the Department is working across its streams to increase employment opportunities of people with disability.
The Accessibility and Inclusion Officer will be responsible for promoting awareness and implementing strategies to cultivate a welcoming, inclusive, and accessible work environment for employees with disability within the Department. This role will promote and maintain best practice across the Department to attract and retain employees with disability.
You will play a crucial role in providing support for employees with disability by working collaboratively with existing teams to educate them on inclusive practices and facilitate the seamless integration of new team members with disabilities. Additionally, the role will contribute to the creation of evidence-based policies and programs that promote and embed equal participation for individuals with disabilities.
To be eligible to apply for this vacancy, you must be a person with disability.