The Australian Human Rights Commission based in the heart of Sydney CBD, is excited to announce an Associate Policy Officer position. We offer flexible hybrid and remote work options to suit your lifestyle.

This full time, ongoing position offers a competitive salary range of $80,634 up to $88,798 pa per annum plus 15.4% superannuation.

About Us

The Australian Human Rights Commission (the Commission) is Australia’s national human rights institution, dedicated to fostering a society where human rights are upheld, protected, and celebrated. We envision an Australia where every individual is valued equally in dignity and rights.

Our mission involves promoting and safeguarding the human rights of all Australians by:

• Advising all levels of government and various public and private organisations.
• Strengthening laws, policies, and practices while providing accessible investigation and conciliation services.
• Engaging inclusively with civil society, communities, and the private sector.
• Raising awareness about human rights and offering educational resources.
• Collaborating with partners to cultivate a culture of respect for human rights across the nation.

Join Our Team as an Associate Policy Officer in the Security Group!

Are you passionate about advancing human rights and promoting inclusive workplace cultures? The Australian Human Rights Commission is seeking a dedicated Associate Policy Officer to join our Australian Border Force Partnership Team within the Security Group. This is your chance to make a meaningful impact on the culture of essential national institutions!

About Us

At the Australian Human Rights Commission, we collaborate with federal partners like the Australian Federal Police and the Australian Border Force to foster diversity and inclusion across security agencies. Our mission is to support cultural reform initiatives that create safe and inclusive workplaces.

What You’ll Do

In this pivotal role, you will:

• Conduct Research & Analysis: Dive into qualitative and quantitative research on diversity, inclusion, workplace behaviour, and cultural reform, contributing to important policy insights.
• Communication & Reporting: Develop high-quality written materials, including speeches, reports, and briefing papers, tailored for various audiences.
• Project Support: Provide essential project support with a focus on human rights-based approaches to cultural change. Assist in planning and logistics for program activities and maintain project documentation on SharePoint.
• Stakeholder Management: Collaborate with team members and build strong relationships with stakeholders, particularly within our partner agencies.

Who You Are

We’re looking for a proactive individual with:

• Research & Analytical Skills: Experience in policy analysis and desktop research on human rights or cultural reform topics. Familiarity with statistical packages and qualitative analysis software (like NVivo) is a plus.
• Organisational Skills: Exceptional attention to detail, strong project support abilities, and the capability to manage competing priorities and tight deadlines.
• Interpersonal Skills: Excellent relationship-building skills and the ability to communicate complex information clearly to diverse audiences.
• Communication Skills: Strong written skills for producing high-quality research outputs and good verbal skills for delivering training or workshops.

Why Join Us?

This role offers a unique opportunity to contribute to significant cultural change within Australian security agencies. You will be part of a dedicated team focused on making a difference and creating effective, inclusive workplace environments.

If you're ready to take on this rewarding challenge and help shape the future of human rights in Australia, we want to hear from you!

How to Apply

Take the next step in your career and apply today to join us in advancing human rights for all Australians!

Notes

We strongly encourage First Nations people and individuals from other negatively racialised backgrounds to apply.

We value inclusivity and diversity and seek people who support and model the behaviours we promote in our workforce. We strongly encourage applications from First Nations Australians, mature workers, people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds, culturally and marginalised communities, carers, LGBTIQA+ and people with disability.

Under section 22(8) of the Public Service Act 1999, employees must be Australian citizens to be employed in the Australian Public Service (APS).

The Commission is committed to providing an accessible, inclusive work environment to enable people with a disability to participate fully in all aspects of employment. Applicants are encouraged to request reasonable adjustment as required to assist your participation in this recruitment process.

The merit pool established through this selection process, which is valid for a period of eighteen months from the date the vacancy was advertised in the Public Service Gazette, may also be used to fill future ongoing and non-ongoing vacancies in the Commission where the duties are of a similar nature.

How to Apply

To apply, please submit your resume along with a statement (maximum 2 pages) detailing your interest in this position, relevant experience, and the skills you bring to the role.

Successful candidates will demonstrate an ability to fulfil the role's requirements impartially and respectfully, in line with the APS Code of Conduct, while upholding the integrity of the Australian Human Rights Commission. Background checks, including character and social media reviews, will be conducted as part of the selection process.

For more Information

Information about the role and Commission practices may be sought from Shyamika Peeligama, Director – ABF Partnership via email [email protected] using the subject line: Associate Policy Officer - Australian Border Force Partnership Team enquiry via EthicalJobs.

A position description is attached.