The Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency (Ahpra) works in partnership with 15 National Boards to implement the national regulatory scheme for health professionals. The purpose of health practitioner regulation is to protect the public by ensuring that only health practitioners who have the skills, qualifications and knowledge to provide safe care are registered. 

Why do we need this role?   

Strategy and Policy exists to protect the public through whole of National Scheme strategy, policy, engagement and regulatory governance functions that are effective and responsive. The directorate provides high quality services that are national and run across the professions we regulate. The Qualifications Assessment Policy and Projects Team (within Ahpra’s Accreditation Unit) works in collaboration with other teams within Strategy and Policy and Regulatory Operations, to effectively support assessment of qualifications held by individuals seeking to register as health practitioners in Australia, including overseas qualified practitioners. We do this by providing expert advice and guidance on specific matters, and undertaking projects related to qualifications assessment policy 

This team will reduce the immediate high operational risk identified applications in responding to qualifications assessment requests from the internationally qualified Nurses and Midwives (IQNM) registration team, as other work progresses to implement a sustainable approach to this work. As such the role of the Qualifications Assessment Policy Officer will ultimately be able to analyse complex policy interpretation and will have the ability to problem solve on each application. There is no one rule that will fit all, so having a diverse, multi layered, well thought process is critical. 

This is a full time fixed term (August 2025) position and can be located in either our Melbourne or Hobart Ahpra offices working a hybrid arrangement. 

Who are we looking for?  

You will have demonstrated ability to work autonomously and exercise sound judgement and work independently in a complex environment.  You will be able to effectively prioritise and manage multiple tasks and deadlines.  We are seeking someone with strong experience in policy interpretation, who takes a holistic review, and able to make decisions in a timely manner. Previous experience in qualifications assessment, education policy will be highly regarded. 

You embody our values of Respect, Integrity, Collaboration and Achievement which in turn builds on the trust and credibility you will develop with key stakeholders. 

You can read more in the attached role descriptor here or view below.

 What we offer: 

• Hybrid working environment, 2 office days/3 at home.
• 17.5% leave loading.
• You will receive a company laptop and working from home kit.
• Professional development opportunities, including Linkedin licenses.
• Inclusive and supportive colleagues, enjoy coming to work and collaborating with your team.
• Salary packaging arrangements including novated leasing and education expenses.
• Discounted health insurance with Private Health.
• Discounted gym membership.
• Attractive salary of $113,718 per annum plus superannuation.

 To apply: 

• Click Apply Now to submit your application. 
• Your application must include a resume and a cover letter outlining your skills and experience relevant to the requirements in the position description 
• Applicants must be an Australian Citizen, Permanent Resident or hold a valid work permit or visa. Work eligibility will be checked as part of the recruitment process 
• For any queries or a confidential discussion regarding this position, please contact [email protected] using the subject line: Qualifications Assessment Policy Officer - Melbourne / Hobart enquiry via EthicalJobs.

Please note applications will be screened and shortlisted during the advertising period.  Should we receive suitable candidates during this time, the advertising period will cease.  

Offer of employment is subject to successful background (pre-employment screening) and Criminal History checks. 

Ahpra is an equal opportunity employer committed to providing a working environment that embraces and values diversity and inclusion. We strongly encourage people of all abilities to apply, particularly people of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander heritage, and those who may experience diversity or disability related barriers in securing employment.  If you have any support or access requirements, we encourage you to advise us at time of application. 

With respect, no agencies please.