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Form of workDPC is seeking a motivated Senior Behavioural Insights Specialist who is excited by the prospect of using behavioural science to improve public sector outcomes. The role is responsible for the delivery of Behavioural Insights projects and policy advice to support the strategic priorities of government.
The Delivery and Strategy Branch tracks and supports delivery of priority government initiatives, and works with policy branches to support strategic policy development of cross-portfolio issues.
About you
As our ideal candidate, you will bring:
- Strong technical experience improving outcomes by applying Behavioural Insights to public policy and service challenges and/or knowledge and expertise in behavioural sciences
- Highly developed influence and stakeholder management skills, with the ability to use direct and indirect influencing strategies to gain agreement to proposals and ideas and explore alternatives without foregoing key objectives
- Advanced conceptual and problem solving skills
- Ability to results to deliver a high standard through setting clearly defined objectives and prioritising competing work priorities
- Excellent writing skills and an ability to convey and translate complex technical information in a clear and pursuasive manner to inform policy decisions
Please note that a qualification in Behavioural Sciences, Psychology, Economics or Public Policy or law would be highly regarded.
Working with us, you can make a difference not just in your career, but in the community where you work and live.
This position is only open to applicants with relevant rights to work in Australia.
How to apply
Apply before the advertised closing date. All applications should include:
- a resume; and
- a cover letter which addresses the key selection criteria (within three pages).
Current VPS employees are strongly encouraged to apply via the Jobs and Skills Exchange (JSE) platform.
Other relevant information
The department is committed to providing and maintaining a working environment which is safe and without risk to the health of its employees and clients and consistent with the department's obligations under the Occupational Health and Safety Act 2004 (OH&S Act), to support this DPC has a COVID-19 Vaccination policy which strongly recommends all DPC employees be fully vaccinated.
Preferred candidates will be required to complete a Pre-employment Declaration and Consent form. Employment of successful candidates will be subject to a National Police Check. DPC actively promotes diversity, inclusion and an equal opportunity workplace. We welcome applicants from all diverse backgrounds, including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples and people with disabilities. All roles at DPC can be worked flexibly, however it may differ from role to role.
