Policy And Program Officer (003462)

Having a diverse workforce that represents the wider Tasmanian community is very important to us and we actively encourage applications from people with disabilities, from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds, people who may identify as LGBTQI+, and all genders. We also recognise the value, unique skills and knowledge that Aboriginal employees bring to the workplace and welcome and encourage applications from Aboriginal people.

We support reasonable adjustment requests in any stage of the assessment process to remove barriers and facilitate full participation in all aspects of employment for applicants. If you have individual requirements that need to be accommodated in order to participate in an interview or recruitment activity, please inform the contact person listed for this vacancy.

We understand that people have different needs to manage their work and life and to support people we embrace the benefits of flexible working arrangements. Talk to us about how this could work for you.

Fixed Term, 24 months

Up to 73.5 hours - flexible options available. 

1. Provide detailed advice and high-level analysis and research on policy matters particularly relating to programs, frameworks, agreements and strategic directions.
2. Provide high level consultancy advice on the community sector especially in relation to those organisations providing disability support.
3. Provide both on-going and ad-hoc consultancy advice on policy issues affecting the office of the interim disability commissioner.
4. Assist in the management of projects for the interim disability commissioner, including the coordination and direction of new initiatives and legislation which have a disability perspective.
5. Prepare correspondence and advice for the interim disability commissioner on a range of complex policy matters.
6. Undertake sensitive investigations, negotiations and consultation with relevant stakeholders at the appropriate level.
7. Ensure the safety and wellbeing of vulnerable people you may be working with (including children and young people) and immediately report any concerns, disclosures, allegations or suspicions of harm. Actively participate in and contribute to practices that will ensure the Agency is a child safe organisation including reporting, record keeping and information sharing obligations.
8. The incumbent can expect to be allocated duties, not specifically mentioned in this document, that are within the capacity, qualifications and experience normally expected from persons occupying positions at this classification level.

• Current Tasmanian Working with Vulnerable People Registration.
• The Head of the State Service has determined that the person nominated for this job is to satisfy a pre‑employment check before taking up the appointment, on promotion or transfer. The following checks are to be conducted:
  1. Conviction checks in the following areas:
     1. crimes of violence
     2. sex related offences
     3. serious drug offences
     4. crimes involving dishonesty
     5. serious traffic offences (if Driver’s Licence is an essential requirement)
  2. Identification check
  3. Disciplinary action in previous employment check.

• Current drivers’ licence.
• That the applicant is someone with lived experience of disability.

 SOD - Policy and Program Officer - 003462.docx

 SOD - Policy and Program Officer - 003462.pdf

 Short Application - FAQs.DOCX

 Short Application - FAQs.pdf

Electronic submission of application is preferred, please click the blue 'Apply Now' button.

You will be prompted to upload a 1-2 page short application outlining your experience, skills and knowledge as they relate to the Statement of Duties and a resume.  

Position Closes: 11:55pm, 11 March 2024

Please note that we do not require a separate statement addressing the selection criteria.

If you have any difficulty uploading your application, please contact us prior to the closing date on (03) 6270 5*** or (03) 6270 5***.

Mary Mallett
Disability Commissioner
************@dpac.tas.gov.au
Phone: (03) 6232 7560