Senior Program Officer (501519)

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 recognise the value, unique skills and knowledge that Aboriginal employees bring to the workplace and welcome and encourage applications from Aboriginal people.

We are committed to putting the rights and wellbeing of children and young people at the centre of what we do. We will employ the right people. We will embed a culture of self-reflection and continuous improvement. We will have the courage to change what needs to be changed. We will regularly review our policies and structures through a child and youth safety lens. Our people will be equipped with the skills to recognise and respond to signs of harm. We are growing a culture where everyone takes responsibility, shares information, and speaks up if something doesn’t seem right. Together, we’re creating a place where all children and young people are safe from harm.

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.

This is a 6 month fixed term appointment

Up to 73.5 hours - flexible options available. 

1. Provide detailed advice and high-level analysis of policy matters, particularly relating to service delivery frameworks, agreements and strategic directions.
2. Provide high level consultancy advice on the community sector relevant to Division in relation to the provision of programs and services funded by the Agency through the sector.
3. Provide ongoing and ad-hoc consultancy advice on policy issues affecting programs and complex services within the Division and Agency.
4. Assist in the management of complex projects for programs, Groups or the Agency, including the coordination and direction of new initiatives and legislation which have community sector perspective.
5. Participate in negotiations within the Agency, other departments, and sectors, including contact with senior management, Commonwealth/State and other intergovernmental bodies, inter-agency groups, community sector and public forums.
6. Prepare correspondence and advice for the Minister and senior Agency officers on a range of complex policy matters.
7. Initiate, develop and maintain effective relationships with other staff to ensure the integration of the activities of Programs, particularly with respect to the links between policy, service development and service delivery arrangements across sectors.
8. Monitor statewide consistency in policy development and implementation within Programs, Groups and Agency in relation to the programs and services being administered.
9. Provide high level project management support in relation to complex policy, service development and legislative matters.
10. 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 jobs at this classification.

• Current Tasmanian Working with Vulnerable People Registration.

• Current driver’s licence.

 SoD - Senior Program Officer - 501519.docx

 SoD - Senior Program Officer - 501519.pdf

 Advice for applicants for positions at DPAC.docx

 Advice for applicants for positions at DPAC.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.  

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***.

Corrina Smith
Assistant Director - Partnering with Communities
Email Address *************@dpac.tas.gov.au
Phone: (03) 6232 7377