• The Commission has a non-ongoing opportunity for an APS Level 6 Project and Policy Officer to work in the Sydney office (remote and flexible working arrangements are available) on a 6 month contract.
• You will be part of the Human Rights and Scrutiny team.
• Salary range $85,826-$98,079 per annum plus 15.4% superannuation

Skills & Experience

Under the direction of the Director, undertake a range of duties including:

• Contributing as part of a team to develop and run a public consultation process focused on the human rights aspects of emergency responses, including preparing a written report of themes and detailed findings.
• Advise on and contribute to the conduct of research, policy development and planning activities on human rights related subject matter areas.
• Contribute to specific human rights projects as identified by the Commissioner and Director.
• Work collegiately with internal stakeholders across the Commission to contribute to the strategic goals and key priorities of the Commission.
• Where relevant, supervise staff and interns in the conduct of research, preparation of materials and undertaking projects.
• Attend consultative and other meetings, conferences and seminars and represent the Commission (where required).
• Other duties consistent with the above as directed.

Candidates with relevant experience in human rights events will be highly regarded.

Additional Information

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, carers, LGBTQI+ and people with disability.

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.

Under section 22(8) of the Public Service Act 1999, employees must be Australian citizens to be employed in the Australian Public Service (APS) unless the Agency Head has agreed otherwise, in writing.

Please provide a resume and covering letter outlining your interest in this position. You are not required to address each selection criterion individually but should provide sufficient information to demonstrate that your skills, knowledge and experience are the right fit for this position. Please be accurate, succinct and show a clear connection with the selection criteria for the role.

Additional information may be sought from [email protected] using the subject line: Project & Policy Officer - Emergency Consultation enquiry via EthicalJobs.