About us:

Carers NSW is the peak body in NSW for carers of all ages and circumstances. We are a not-for-profit organisation connecting and empowering carers and improving their quality of life through support, referrals, capacity building and training.

The role:

The Policy and Development Officer works within the Policy, Research and Projects Unit and reports to the Senior Policy & Research Officer. This position is responsible for supporting and contributing to the work of the Carers NSW Policy Team by undertaking research, consultation, policy analysis and systemic advocacy in relation to issues affecting carers. This is a full time contract position based from our office in North Sydney until June 2022 (with the potential for extension).

To be successful in this role, you will demonstrate the following Essential Criteria:

• Qualifications in Social or Political Science, Public Health or other relevant areas
• Understanding of NSW and Australian Government policy development
• Demonstrated skills in preparing reports and other documents to a high standard
• Proven track record in liaising and building effective relationships with government, non government and community organisations
• Demonstrated ability to represent Carers NSW policy positions and to speak publicly
• Demonstrated research skills, including the ability to collate data and formulate policy statements and responses to sector inquiries
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team

We can offer you a competitive salary (SCHADS Level 5 PP1) plus not for profit salary packaging benefits and a friendly team committed to the organisation's purpose. To learn more about what we do, please visit our website.

Applications for the position will close Wednesday 19th of January 2022 at 11pm, however interviews may occur prior to the closing date - apply now!

Carers NSW recognises the value of diversity in its workplace and acknowledges the contributions that people of diverse backgrounds bring to the organisation.

Carers NSW recognises the importance of the workforce being vaccinated from COVID-19 to protect the health and safety of all employees, employees’ family members, volunteers, carers, contractors and Board members. Carers NSW requires all employees to be fully vaccinated against COVID-19, unless an exemption has been granted by Carers NSW.

For further information please contact Josette from our HR department on: (02) 9280 4744.