Policy Officer - Centre For A Better Canberra

• Forge a pathway towards a Better Canberra through your collaborative and analytical prowess.
• UC Level 6, Salary Range $88,414 pa - $95,175 pa + 17% Super
• Full Time, Continuing Opportunity

About Us:

Join us here at University of Canberra where we walk together to foster an inclusive and empowered community. Together, we endeavour to empower, connect, and exchange knowledge with our diverse people, cultures, and environments.

We stand firm and dedicated to upholding fundamental values such as inclusivity, honouring Indigenous cultures (Nurragunnawali), driving positive change, nurturing curiosity, and promoting collaborative efforts. We are committed to leading the national education sector in championing equity, diversity, inclusion, and accessibility via Connected – A Decadal Strategy 2023-2032.

About the opportunity:

The Centre For A Better Canberra (FAB CBR), housed at the University of Canberra, advocates in the interest of the Canberra community, putting its needs and priorities at the heart of its agenda. The Centre will work with citizens, connecting Canberrans with local learning and bridging the gap between academia and the functional needs of the community.

Collaborate closely with the Centre Director and Academic Director to deliver policy-oriented research as well as advanced administrative and secretarial support.

Facilitate active collaboration between the Centre and UC by engaging with stakeholders internally and externally, bringing together experts on shared topics of interest. This involves conducting desktop research,  reviewing studies, analysing data, and preparing reports that will effectively communicate research findings to the Canberra community and policy makers. Additionally, this role will provide secretariat assistance to the Centre's Advisory Board, which includes coordinating meeting agendas and papers, taking minutes, and managing general administrative tasks for the board.

If you're searching for a role that encompasses a diverse set of skills, leverages your research capabilities, and draws on strong organisational skills to bring everything together, then this opportunity is tailored for you.

Offerings/ Benefits/ Culture:

The University offers excellent conditions and benefits such as:

• Flexible working arrangements
• Family-friendly policies
• On campus Gym, Medical services, Cafes, Post office, Supermarket and Childcare facilities.
• Professional Development offerings (study assistance, corporate programs and discounts)
• Innovative work environment with a diverse and inclusive culture
• Access to Employee Assistance Program and a corporate private Health Plan (Bupa)

We warmly welcome Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander heritage, persons with disabilities, and those representing culturally diverse backgrounds to join us in creating a brighter, more inclusive future for all.

What we need from you: To be considered for this position, we only require your CV; no additional documents are necessary.

SUBMIT your CV through the “Apply Now” tab.  We kindly ask that you take this opportunity to align your CV with the Position Description, ensuring that your skills and experience are clearly articulated in connection with the specific requirements of the role.

If you are initially shortlisted, you may be asked to complete an online one-way video interview. There will be a list of pre-set questions that will need to be answered within a stipulated time.

Working Rights: Applicants who wish to apply for this position should have valid working rights at the time of submission.

WWVP: The University of Canberra is committed to the safety of vulnerable and young people. As such, successful applicants will be required to have a current ACT working with vulnerable people registration. For further details on how to apply please click https://www.accesscanberra.act.gov.au

For job specific information: please contact Ms Jan Shaddock, Associate Director, Civic Leadership on ************@canberra.edu.au

Recruitment and application questions: please contact the Talent Acquisition team on 02 6206 3*** or email ********@canberra.edu.au

Closing Date: 11.55pm, Sunday 31st March 2024