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Form of workAustralia’s peak national farm advocacy body, the National Farmers’ Federation (NFF), represents farmers and, more broadly, agricultural interests across the full spectrum of Australian farm activity.
The Role
The NFF is seeking a highly motivated individual to fill the full-time position of Policy Officer, Economics. Based in Canberra, the successful applicant will report to the General Manager, Trade & Economics and will be responsible for the provision of high-level project support and policy research, analysis and development support for the NFF.
Key Responsibilities include:
• Provide high-level policy research, analysis and development support to the General Manager, Trade and Economics, the CEO and other Policy Managers as required.
• Undertake research and development on relevant economic policy that drives the development of a sustainable and profitable agricultural sector.
• Liaison with internal and external stakeholders to inform policy research and development. Where appropriate, advocate policy positions to internal and external stakeholders to drive policy outcomes.
• Provide high-level administrative support for Committees in the Trade and Economics portfolio, ensuring the integrity of the NFF Committee structure and procedures.
Key Interactions:
You will provide policy advice to internal stakeholders of the NFF including Committee
Chairs, elected members from NFF member organisations and other NFF staff. You may be required to advocate NFF’s agreed policy priorities as well as seek and disseminate information for research and policy development with external stakeholders of the NFF including Ministers, Members of Parliament, Senators, departmental staff and other external stakeholders.
Key Attributes:
The successful candidate will be a highly skilled written and verbal communicator who can effectively engage with stakeholders. You will require strong research and analytical skills to source, review and analyse research papers, policy and legislative proposals and data to assist in responding to key issues within the agricultural industry.
You will have completed relevant tertiary education in Economics, Political Science or similar, and have an affinity and good understanding of the Agricultural industry. This is a great opportunity to join a team that will help advance your career.
To Apply
Please attach your CV plus a covering letter outlining your skills and experience.
Applications close at 5:00pm on Wednesday 13 March 2024.
