Seeking an experienced professional with experience in policy development
Your new company
Well-known for its positive mark in the Disability Sector, this large Federal Government Agency is going through a period of growth aimed at developing procedures and pushing best practice.
We are seeking an experienced professional with experience in policy development and a proven track record of significant contribution to strategies that deliver insightful and actionable recommendations.
This opportunity is a visible appointment that will take your career to the next level!
Your new role
Seeking an experienced and dedicated EL1 Assistant Director, Policy to lead the development and implementation of an enhanced participant risk and safeguarding approach. This role is critical in responding to recommendations and findings from the Disability Royal Commission, and the implementation of the policy.
Key Responsibilities:
* Lead the development and interpretation of policy in specialised areas, considering sensitive organisational and political issues.
* Develop, manage, and deliver projects with agency-wide impact.
* Participate in and contribute to the preparation and coordination of complex policy formulation inputs.
* Plan and lead engagement activities.
* Develop complex policy documents for review and publication.
* Engage with data, evidence, and stakeholders to ensure policy development is contemporary, relevant, and evidence-informed.
* Prepare, review, and advise on policy reports, briefing papers, speeches, Ministerial correspondence, Cabinet submissions, and discussion papers.
* Model the values, contribute to the strategic direction of the Initiative, and actively promote a safe, positive, and high-performing culture.
What you'll need to succeed
* Demonstrated experience in developing and clearly communicating balanced policy and strategic advice, evaluating ambiguous and incomplete information, factoring in risks, and being sensitive to the organisational and political context.
* Strong ability to analyse and apply data and evidence to develop solutions to complex problems.
* Experience working with people with lived experience and a broad range of stakeholders to inform policy or program development.
* Experience in managing stakeholder relationships, including leading policy development through multidisciplinary groups.
* Capacity to exercise autonomy and initiative in your program of work and to contribute to the efficient management of resources within your team through clear and proactive work planning.
* Must be an Australian Citizen
* All applicants selected for an interview will be required to provide two supporting references before the interview.
What you'll get in return
This position is a genuine career step that will provide you with the exposure to showcase your ability and further develop your skill set within a large Federal Government Agency.
What you need to do now
If you're interested in this role, please forward an up-to-date copy of your CV to fay.thomas@hays.com.au