Policy Officer/Senior Policy Officer, Social Policy Group Employment Type Ongoing & Non-ongoing (for an initial period of up to 12 months) Classification APS Level 5 ($85,633 - $91,549)APS Level 6 ($94,715 - $106,438) This role is being advertised as both ongoing and non-ongoing, with the employment type to be determined in negotiation with the preferred candidate and the NIAA delegate. Where a non-ongoing specified term is offered, this would be for an initial period of up to 12 months, with possibility of extension up to a maximum period of two years. A non-ongoing offer may result in conversion to an ongoing offer of employment, however this must occur within 18 months from the opening date of this advertisement. Flexible Work Flexible working arrangements will be considered. The Opportunity The Housing and Infrastructure Branch is seeking APS 5 Policy Officers and APS 6 Senior Policy Officers to fill ongoing and non-ongoing roles. The advertised positions are based in Woden, ACT and Darwin NT; however, other NIAA office locations may be considered. The Housing and Infrastructure Branch is a small branch with an inclusive, welcoming corporate culture. It provides opportunities for motivated individuals to contribute to key government priorities, developing and implementing policy in housing and essential services. We have a strong, inclusive and supportive workplace culture, in which we genuinely value our people and in which staff diversity, wellbeing and cultural safety are embraced. We work closely with all areas of the NIAA, including across our vast regional network. Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people are strongly encouraged to apply. There are a number of existing and expected vacancies in the Housing and Infrastructure Branch across the following sections: National Housing Policy Housing is a key factor in supporting socio-economic outcomes for First Nations Australians. You will work closely with other Commonwealth Agencies, state and territory governments and with First Nations stakeholders, including housing peak bodies, to develop policy and related advice. Northern Territory Housing Policy This team manages NT remote housing and homelands policy for the Commonwealth, including the joint $4b National Partnership for Remote Housing Northern Territory, future NT Housing partnerships on remote housing and the funding commitment to NT homelands. Home Ownership and Accommodation Policy This team influences stakeholders to help develop innovative housing and accommodation approaches for First Nations Australians. Remote Infrastructure and Digital Inclusion This team is committed to seeing positive changes in remote First Nations communities. Our Ideal Candidate Our ideal candidates are team-oriented, outcomes focused, self-motivated and resilient. The successful candidates need to be able to manage multiple projects and prioritise effectively. To be successful in the role at the APS 5 level you will need to be able to demonstrate the following: In addition to the above, APS 6 applicants will also display the following: Identified Position This position is Identified which signifies that the role has strong involvement in matters relating to Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples. Eligibility To be eligible for this position you must be an Australian Citizen. The successful candidate will be required to be assessed through our pre-employment screening checks, such as an Australian Criminal History Check. Security Clearance Required Baseline Vetting (Protected) Contact Officer Cyndee Davis on 02 6152 3391 or Please Note – This is an unclassified web based recruitment system so your application must not contain any classified or sensitive information. #J-18808-Ljbffr