Policy Officer | Full-Time Temporary

Classification: Administrative Services Officer Class 6
Salary: $95,746 - $109,072 plus superannuation
Position No: 62942
Directorate: ACT Health
Advertised (Gazettal date): 22 May 2024
Contact Officer: Stephanie Ellis on ***************@act.gov.au or 0490 037 ***

Details: Are you driven by doing work that really matters?  Do you thrive on working in an interesting, dynamic, and fast-paced working environment? Do you value a good work culture and working as part of a team?  If your answers so far are yes, then read on.

The ACT Government and ACT Health Directorate is currently in the process of strengthening end of life healthcare and options for Canberrans. Sitting within the Policy Partnerships and Programs Division, the Ageing and End of Life Branch is seeking a suitably qualified Policy Officer to work across the areas of Voluntary Assisted Dying and palliative care.

The successful applicant can expect to work as part of a strong and supportive team. With direction of the Director or Assistant Director, the Policy Officer will undertake work like policy development and analysis, research tasks, preparing high level written advice and supporting program implementation.

If you’re driven by teamwork, interested in innovative policy development, have great analytical and communication skills this position might just be for you!

Notes: This is a temporary position available immediately for six months with possibility for extension up to 12 months. A merit pool will be established from this selection process and will be used to fill vacancies over the next 12 months. Selection may be based on application and referee reports only.

How to Apply: Please submit a written application of no more than two-pages outlining how your professional skills and experience, as well as demonstration of behavioural capabilities, make you an ideal candidate for the role. Please attach a current curriculum vitae and contact details of two referees.

Applications should be submitted via the Apply Now Button Below.

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This is a temporary position available immediately for six months with possibility for extension up to 12 months.