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.

Hours per fortnight

73.5 hours - flexible options available. 

Duties

1. Contribute to the development of legislative, policy, framework and procedure documents for a range of key functions and contribute to the team’s research, investigation and analysis capacity.
2. Prepare correspondence, reports and briefing notes, including Ministerial, Executive Council and Cabinet documentation, and supporting material, training or procurement related information.
3. As a delegated Right to Information Officer, undertake assessments of right to information requests.
4. Actively contribute to the development, continual improvement and enhancement of legislation, processes and procedures, documents, frameworks to improve the Government’s corporate governance arrangements and meet the standards and protocols of the Secretary, Premier, Ministers, Governor and the Government.
5. Confidentially collaborate with stakeholders to facilitate compliance with a wide variety of conventions, while ensuring mandatory and minimum compliance measures are met for key regulatory processes and participants. Research and analyse specific policy, legislative policy and project issues and contribute to solutions, proposals and recommendations that align with the Government’s strategic priorities.
6. Liaise and consult with stakeholders and officers from other spheres of government (Commonwealth, State, and Local).
7. 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 positions at this classification level.

Desirable Requirements

A degree or tertiary qualification; or background or public sector management, or previous experience in a similar field.

Download the Statement of Duties and any Associated Documents

 SOD - Senior Policy Officer - 003032.docx

 SOD - Senior Policy Officer - 003032.pdf

 Advice for applicants for positions at DPAC.docx

 Advice for applicants for positions at DPAC.pdf

How to apply

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 5607 or (03) 6270 5599.

For more information

Richard Wilson
Manager - Ministerial Executive Services
richard.wilson@dpac.tas.gov.au
Phone: 0439 313 378