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.

We are looking for an experienced analyst to join our Positive Duty team. You will serve as a vital part of the Positive Duty Team (PDT), dedicated to bolstering the Commission’s regulatory initiatives. By meticulously analysing intelligence and information from a variety of sources, you will ensure the integrity and applicability of data critical to regulatory operations.

This role will be instrumental in identifying trends, target areas, and actionable insights that drive effective decision-making.

This full-time, Ongoing / Non ongoing position offers a competitive salary range of $94,563 - $105,910 per annum plus 15.4% superannuation.

We offer flexible hybrid and remote work options to suit your lifestyle.

What You’ll Do:

• Analyse intelligence and information from various sources to assess relevance and accuracy.
• Identify emerging trends and potential areas of focus for compliance and enforcement efforts.
• Conduct thorough assessments of data to support decision-making processes.
• Create quality tactical, operational, and strategic products tailored to stakeholders' needs.
• Ensure timely delivery of analytical products to inform and guide regulatory actions.
• Collaborate with team members to enhance clarity and effectiveness of analytical outputs.
• Monitor and manage reporting databases to ensure accuracy and completeness.
• Contribute to comprehensive reporting efforts, summarising key findings and insights.
• Support the Positive Duty Team in creating regular updates on compliance and enforcement activities.
• Engage in ongoing reviews of analytical practices/products to enhance usability.
• Identify opportunities for process improvements and implement best practices in analysis.
• Build and maintain positive working relationships with internal and external stakeholders, including other regulatory bodies and industry partners.

What We’re Looking For:

• Demonstrated skills in performing a range of Lead Analyst related duties, including preparing reports, contributing to environmental scanning efforts, and providing support to inquiries and compliance activities.
• Understanding of and skills in information and data analysis (including IT based sources).
• Demonstrated knowledge and understanding of regulation or compliance frameworks.
• Proven ability to complete tasks efficiently and achieve exceptional results within established timelines.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills, including the ability to work collaboratively with a wide range of stakeholders.

Why Join Us?

By becoming a part of our team, you'll play a vital role in influencing public conversations about human rights and making a meaningful impact. If you’re ready to use your skills to support a cause that matters, we want to hear from you!

Apply Now! Help us shape the future of human rights communication in Australia. Join us in making a difference!

Applications close 5:00 pm on the closing date.

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

Please provide a resume and a statement (maximum of 2 pages) outlining your interest in this position(s), your experience that would lead to impactful outcomes in the role, and the skills and capabilities you bring.

The successful candidate will demonstrate the ability to fulfil the requirements of the role in an impartial and respectful manner as required by the APS Code of Conduct. The successful candidate will uphold the integrity and independence of the Australian Human Rights Commission.

As part of the recruitment and selection process, applicants will be required to consent to and undergo background checks which may include character and social media checks.

For more Information

Information about the role and Commission practices may be sought from Tanya Murphy - Director, Positive Duty, Compliance and Enforcement via [email protected] using the subject line: Lead Analyst - Positive Duty enquiry via EthicalJobs.

A position description is attached.