Company Location:Canberra
Company Name:Australian College of Nursing
Job details
Salary: $80,000.00 – $85,000.00
Job Type: Temporary
Job Description/Overview:
Reporting to the Director of Policy and Advocacy, the Policy Officer will contribute to developing and analyzing nursing, health and aged care system policies, position papers, projects and submissions aligned with the Australian College of Nursing (ACN) strategic intent.
The role will also contribute to developing policies to address emerging issues and trends relevant to nursing and the health system.
Team members are expected to draw upon subject matter experts to develop relevant policy responses to these issues.
The role will be to undertake research, identify and analyze emerging policy trends and issues, and provide authoritative advice to senior management through the Director of Policy and Advocacy.
Key Responsibilities
Policy Development: Research, draft, and develop policies in line with organizational goals, governmental regulations, and stakeholder needs.
Research and Analysis: Conduct thorough research on relevant topics, analyze data, and gather information to inform policy recommendations.
Stakeholder Engagement: Consult and collaborate with stakeholders, including government agencies, industry experts, and community groups, to gather input and feedback on policy issues.
Legislation Monitoring: Track and analyze existing and emerging legislation, regulations, and public policy trends that could impact the organization.
Advisory Support: Provide expert advice and recommendations to senior management and decision-makers on policy matters and strategic planning.
Policy Implementation: Assist in the rollout and implementation of new policies, ensuring alignment with organizational objectives and compliance requirements.
Impact Assessment: Evaluate the potential impact of policies on the organization and its stakeholders, conducting impact assessments as needed.
Communication: Prepare briefs, reports, and presentations to communicate policy proposals, findings, and updates to various audiences, including executives and the public.
Monitoring and Evaluation: Continuously monitor and evaluate the effectiveness of implemented policies, making adjustments or revisions as necessary.
Advocacy and Representation: Represent the organization in policy discussions, public forums, and meetings, advocating for the organization’s interests and policy positions.
Qualifications needed
- There are no mandatory qualifications required for this role. However, an appropriate tertiary qualification is desirable.
- Tertiary qualifications in nursing and/or other health-related fields and social or political sciences are essential. Tertiary qualifications in nursing are not essential but will be looked upon favorably.
- Experience formulating and analyzing health and/or clinical policy for the government, a health service provider or an organization associated with health or nursing.
Experience:
o be considered for this exciting role, you will need to meet the following selection criteria and demonstrate how you meet these in a covering letter:
Please note applications that do not include a cover letter addressing all the selection criteria and a CV will not be considered.
Selection Criteria
Skills:
Knowledge and Skills
- Policy Skills – Understanding policy development, research and review, formulation, and implementation based on good organizational knowledge and understanding of current health issues, resulting in effectively addressing strategic, environmental and nursing issues.
- Written Communication – Ability to prepare draft project briefs, draft reports, draft discussion papers, policy options, draft recommendations on issues, and support a preferred position or action for the Director of Policy and Advocacy.
- Verbal Communication – Ability to build effective relationships with a diverse range of stakeholders
- Problem-solving – Ability to develop and evaluate draft solutions considering likely business impacts, develop contingency plans, and ensure stakeholders are actively engaged in problem-solving.
High-level generic skills
- Conceptual & Analytical Thinking – Developing and using conceptual thinking and sound analytical approaches to support decision-making in the work area.
- Flexibility – Adapts approaches, works to environmental changes, and effectively meets new challenges. Able to work flexibly and recognise a change in team priorities
- Initiative and Accountability – Takes responsibility for actions, proactively implements their work plan, and addresses issues.
- Collaborative – Collaborate with team members and internal/external stakeholders while remaining accountable for actions.
How to Apply:
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Additional information:
Please note: this position is a temporary full-time contract – (Parental leave replacement)
Whilst applications for this position will close at 4:00 pm Friday, 16 August 2024, they will be assessed as received, and the successful applicant may be selected before the closing date.
First Nations People are encouraged to apply.
For enquiries or to request a copy of the position description, please email Roxane.Owen@acn.edu.au.
Who can apply:
Qualified Applicant
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