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Form of work Job description
Civic location
Flexible working arrangements
Full time / Part time
Rates of up to $65p/h Plus Super
Contract until June 2023 plus possible extension or views to permanency
About the organisation
This newly created Department within Federal Government works to deliver and implement various policies and programs to assist economic growth. This Department will oversee structural adjustment, regional and place-based and workforce strategies. There are multiple roles available as either an APS6 Policy Officer or APS6 Program Officer.
Responsibilities of the APS6 Policy Officer may include:
Supports the Structural Adjustments team to deliver high quality written work, analysis and policy advice on aspects of workplace and industry transition and structural adjustment.
Supports the Regional and Place-based team to develop high quality analysis that enables a better understanding of locally driven policy solutions that foster unique and vibrant labour markets.
Strong research and analytical skills to support the Industry Workforce Strategy team to develop high quality policy advice and address challenges across a range of industries and workforces.
Interpret, draft and review policy and procedural directions within specialist area
Contribute to the planning and implementation of wider agency policies and objectives
Draft policy documents for review and publication
Prepare draft reports, briefing papers, speeches, Ministerial correspondence and discussion papers for review by Executive level employees
Provide expert advice on more complex areas of policy
Develop draft policy advice for presentation to the Minister or Executive
Liaise with internal and external stakeholders, participate in committees and forums
Conduct research and analysis activities in support of new policy
Responsibilities of the APS6 Program Officer may include:
Liaise with other sections, external agencies and external stakeholders and facilitate cross-agency or multi-agency planning of program delivery
Perform independent research work and analysis including the preparation of draft reports on relevant program activities and/or project milestones
Develop and manage project plans, including evaluation reporting
Manage contract and service agreements and ensure compliance
Co-ordinate contract management including developing tender documentation, managing selection processes and addressing contractor performance issues
Provide advice and technical expertise in specific areas of project or program activities
Coordinate risk assessment and risk management activities for a project or program
Manage financial reporting and analysis activities
Develop, implement and monitor budget controls and strategies
Implement programs administered by the agency
Manage and deliver projects
Manage program/project through to implementation under guidance of higher classification level
Develop, deliver, coordinate, plan and assess training programs
Prepare briefs
We are seeking individuals who are:
People-focussed and want to make a positive difference in the lives of job seekers, employers and the people they work with
You should be a team player who values diversity and is motivated to learn
Maintain excellent interpersonal skills, with the ability to engage with internal and external stakeholders
Ability to consider issues and propose relevant and considered solutions
Highly developed written and verbal communication skills
Ability to work with a high level of autonomy as part of a team as well as under limited guidance
An understanding of program performance, assurance, reporting and IT requirements
As this position is within Federal Government, only Australian Citizens are eligible for consideration. Applicants must also have the ability to obtain and maintain Baseline Security Clearance.
To apply
Should this role be of interest to you, please apply online or contact Katherine at KSchoeman@dfp.com.au or on 02 6162 7330 for a confidential discussion.
DFP welcomes applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, people with diverse cultural and linguistic backgrounds and people with disability. In addition, DFP will provide reasonable adjustments for individuals with disability throughout the recruitment process. If you identify as a person with disability and require adjustments to the application, recruitment, selection and/or assessment process, please advise via adjustments@dfp.com.au or 1300 337 000 and indicate your preferred method of communication (email, phone, text) so we can keep in touch and meet your accessibility needs.
Note: You may be required to provide evidence of your COVID-19 vaccination status.
