Job Summary
Remote / Work from Home
- $90,199 up to $102,002 plus 15.4% superannuation.
- Applications close:
- Job posted on: 20th Aug 2024
- Sydney > Sydney CBD
2 days left to apply
Remote / Work from Home
Exciting Career Opportunity: Legal and Research Officer, President’s Office.
Are you a legal professional with a passion for human rights? Do you excel at crafting impactful policy and legal documents while engaging with a diverse range of stakeholders?
The Australian Human Rights Commission is seeking a Legal and Research Officer, in the President’s Office. This is a full time, ongoing opportunity offering a competitive salary of $90,199 up to $102,002 plus 15.4% superannuation.
At the Australian Human Rights Commission, we are at the forefront of advancing human rights across the nation. Our mission is to build an Australian society where every person is free and equal in dignity and rights. We achieve this by advising governments, influencing policy, engaging with communities, and raising awareness. We are committed to fostering a culture of respect and inclusivity for all.
As the Legal and Research Officer, you'll play a crucial role in supporting the President with strategic legal and policy advice on pressing human rights issues. Your expertise will drive the Commission’s work by contributing to high-level submissions, reports, and briefings, as well as coordinating crucial parliamentary and external engagements.
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If you’re ready to make a significant impact in the field of human rights and support the President of the Australian Human Rights Commission, apply now to join our dedicated team.
Join us in our mission to protect and promote human rights. We look forward to receiving your application and discovering how you can contribute to our vital work.
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.
Please provide a resume and a statement (maximum of 2 pages) outlining your interest in this position, 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 fulfill 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.
Information about the role and Commission practices may be sought from Merle Mendoca, Director HR at [email protected] using the subject line: Legal and Research Officer - Remote / Work From Home enquiry via EthicalJobs.
A position description is attached.
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Remote / Work from Home