Aps6 Co-Design And Engagement Officer

As one of the Australia’s largest providers of human resources solutions, Chandler Macleod has a proven track record of unleashing potential in people and companies. For over 40 years Chandler Macleod’s recruitment business has connected leading-edge projects and employers with outstanding business professionals.Our client is seeking to engage an APS6 Co-Design and Engagement Officer.Location: Canberra, ACTContract Length: 12 monthsPay rate:$60.26/Hourly (excluding super)Eligibility/Security Requirement: Applicants must be Australian CitizensAbout the TeamThe Co-Design and Engagement Branch supports all Agency policies, processes or initiatives that require a co-design approach and/or interface with community, mainstream and sector stakeholders. The branch provides advice and operational support when engaging with sector stakeholders and the disability community. It is responsible for managing events and activities logistics for all Agency engagement.About the RoleThe APS6 Co-Design and Engagement is accountable under limited direction to undertake complex work that is guided by legislation, policies, procedures, standards, methodologies and precedents.The position is required to provide detailed technical, professional, policy, operational support and advice in relation to complex problems. Where required, the role will design, develop and facilitate engagement sessions with internal and external stakeholders, including the co-design of set projects.
Coordinate and assist in the strategic planning, program and project management and policy development that support the Agency’s objectives.Responsibilities of the role include but are not limited to:

• Coordinating critical data analysis and feedback to measure effectiveness of activities and strategies, including identifying associated risks and trends.
• Contributing to the development, implementation and monitoring of targeted engagement strategies and align to the broader engagement strategy and frameworks, with branch and divisional business plans.
• Building strong relationships with key internal and external stakeholders to facilitate the Agency’s participation in a diverse range of engagement activities and events, including stakeholder meetings, information sessions, forums, conferences and webinars.
• Contributing to the implementation and operationalization of a targeted, proactive engagement strategy, including a forward planned events calendar, aligned to the corporate plan, broader Agency Engagement Strategy and with branch and divisional business plans.

Key skills required for role:

• Ability to influence effective community engagement program design and delivery by researching and identifying the specific issues, needs and interests of target audiences through timely and relevant consultation mechanisms.
• Monitor and evaluate stakeholder engagement and communications projects providing ideas for continuous improvement.
• Assist with the implementation and delivery of stakeholder engagement, including meeting programmes, responding to relevant stakeholder enquiries, and stakeholder mapping.
• Understanding the IAP2 engagement spectrum in the human services context
• Presentation to a small group of stakeholders on a regular basis is a skill we should also look for.

Desirable skills to have for the role:

• Project Management skills/experience and understanding of accessibility.

If you feel you are a suitable candidate submit your application by hitting “Apply for this job”. Alternatively, you can call Leanne Porter on 02 6268 9926 for further discussion.Please Note – The due date for this submission is 22/04/2024.At Chandler Macleod, we are committed to fostering a diverse workforce where everyone is welcome. We encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, women, people living with a disability and the LGBTIQA+ community.You can read more about our commitment to diversity and inclusion at https://www.chandlermacleod.com/diversity-and-inclusionShare this jobInterested in this job?Save JobCreate as alertSimilar JobsSCHEMA MARKUP ( This text will only show on the editor. )Part of RGF Staffing APEJ, Chandler Macleod, we get people.sOur specialtiesOur specialtiesAdviceMore from usChandler Macleod acknowledges the Traditional Owners of Country. We pay our respects to the Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander cultures, and to elders past and present, whose land we stand upon today.