Project And Policy Officer Roles
Vor 3 Tagen
Project and Policy Officer roles (multiple classifications)
Office for Early Childhood DevelopmentJob reference: 640990Location: 5000 - ADELAIDEJob status: Long Term ContractEligibility: Open to Everyone Why work with us: The Office for Early Childhood Development was created to champion change and to help build a system that gives all South Australian children a flying start to life.
Guided by the recommendations of the Royal Commission into Early Childhood Education and Care, the Office for Early Childhood Development is the steward of the early childhood development system in South Australia.
The Office is tasked with a significant responsibility: bringing together a holistic, connected system for early childhood development across South Australia, with the goal of reducing the rate of children entering school developmentally vulnerable from 23.8% to 15% over 20 years.
Critical to this is the roll-out of universal 3-year-old preschool from 2026, giving every child access to 2 years of teacher-led, play-based early learning before school.
About the roles: To support our continued growth, we are looking for up to 12 policy and project roles to work across the organisation at the AS05, AS06, and AS07 classification levels, with a fit based on areas of specialisation and expertise.
These roles involve providing expert advice, conducting research and analysis, developing, and implementing policies, managing complex programs and projects, and fostering strong relationships with stakeholders.
Their responsibilities span from policy analysis and development to managing projects that directly impact early childhood education and care.
We value analytical expertise, innovative thinking, effective communication, and the ability to deliver impactful outcomes, all while fostering a safe and inclusive work environment at every level.
Please review the role descriptions and apply for the role that best fits your skill set, experience, and expertise.
Roles Available ASO7 Senior Policy and Project OfficerASO6 Policy and Project OfficerASO5 Policy and Project OfficerRole Summary- ASO7 (Senior Policy and Project Officer) Key Responsibilities: Provide expert advice to inform and influence early childhood development research and policy.Participate in the development, implementation, and evaluation of state-wide policies and research proposals and/or projects.Build trusted relationships with stakeholders and research partners to enhance policy outcomes.Support initiation, development, and delivery of complex and/or strategic policy outcomes and strategic research activity, offering leadership and coordination.Lead and oversee high-impact projects to ensure successful delivery, risk management, and alignment with organisational priorities.Key Skills: Proven research and analytical skills.Strategic thinking and the ability to evaluate complex data.Strong communication and stakeholder engagement expertise.Leadership in delivering outcomes within tight deadlines.Proven expertise in end-to-end strategic project management and policy development.ASO6 (Policy and Project Officer) Key Responsibilities: Plan, coordinate, and deliver complex projects and change management functions.Coordinate detailed analysis and reporting to inform senior management.Prepare high-quality documentation, including policies, briefings, and reports.Build collaborative relationships with internal and external stakeholders.Oversee procurement processes, including contracts and deliverables.Key Skills: Proven initiative and adaptability in a dynamic work environment.Proven interpersonal and negotiation skills for stakeholder engagement.Expertise in project management methodologies and policy evaluation.Advanced written and verbal communication skills.ASO5 (Policy and Project Officer) Key Responsibilities: Plan, coordinate and monitor high-quality support for policy and project support functions.Prepare project documents, briefings, and recommendations for informed decision-making.Provide research and administrative support to committees and working groups.Foster collaboration with stakeholders and ensure excellent customer service.Manage feedback processes and coordinate procurement for project deliverables.Key Skills: Excellent task and time management with a customer-focused approach.Proficiency in preparing clear and impactful communication materials.Strong research and analytical abilities to support decision-making.Experience in managing executive and operational support tasks.Benefits: Professional Development: Access to ongoing training and career advancement opportunities.Work-Life Balance: Enjoy flexible working arrangements, including hybrid/work from home, and part-time or compressed options.Community Impact: Opportunity to make a meaningful contribution to the development of young children and their access to the best foundation for success in school and beyond.Application Instructions and Information: Applications should be made through the IWorkForSA.Applicants must submit a CV, and a cover letter outlining their suitability against the key selection criteria in the attached position description.As this is a pool recruitment, shortlisting will occur throughout the period based on applications received at the point of shortlisting.
Anticipated application cut-off dates for shortlisting rounds are:11:30pm Sunday 12 January 202511:30pm Sunday 9 February 202511:30pm Sunday 2 March 2025Additional Note: Multiple positions.Full-time, up to 2 year long-term contract.Flexible working arrangements available.
We encourage applicants seeking part-time roles to apply.Remuneration: ASO5 $85,790 - $95,413 (1.0 FTE) per annum plus superannuation.ASO6 $98,478 - $104,165 (1.0 FTE) per annum, plus superannuation.ASO7 $108,109 - $116,864 (1.0 FTE) per annum, plus superannuation.Enquiries: Enquiries can be directed to Special Conditions: The successful applicant is required to gain a Department for Human Services (DHS) working with children check (WWCC) prior to being employed which is required to be renewed every five years before expiry.
The incumbent will be required to undertake RRHAN–EC (Responding to Risks of Harm, Abuse and Neglect- Education Care) Facilitator Lead (Masterclass) extended course or the online (Fundamentals) course which will be required to be updated every three years.For all other Special Conditions please refer to the attached Position Description.Applications close: 02/03/2025 11:30 PMAttachments:- ASO5 Policy and Project Officer.pdf- ASO6 Senior Policy and Project Officer.pdf- ASO7 Senior Policy and Project Officer.pdfFlexibility StatementThe South Australian public sector promotes diversity and flexible ways of working including part-time.
Applicants are encouraged to discuss the flexible working arrangements for this role.
#J-18808-Ljbffr
-
Project And Policy Officer Roles
Vor 2 Tagen
Adelaide, Österreich Government Of South Australia VollzeitProject and Policy Officer roles (multiple classifications) Office for Early Childhood Development Job reference: 640990 Location: 5000 - ADELAIDE Job status: Long Term Contract Eligibility: Open to Everyone Why work with us: The Office for Early Childhood Development was created to champion change and to help build a system that gives all South Australian...
-
Project And Policy Officer Roles
Vor 3 Tagen
Adelaide, Österreich Government Of South Australia VollzeitProject and Policy Officer roles (multiple classifications)Office for Early Childhood DevelopmentJob reference: 640990Location: 5000 - ADELAIDEJob status: Long Term ContractEligibility: Open to EveryoneWhy work with us:The Office for Early Childhood Development was created to champion change and to help build a system that gives all South Australian children...
-
Project And Policy Officer Roles
Vor 5 Tagen
Adelaide, Österreich Government Of South Australia VollzeitProject and Policy Officer roles (multiple classifications)Office for Early Childhood Development Job reference: 640990Location: 5000 - ADELAIDEJob status: Long Term ContractEligibility: Open to EveryoneWhy work with us: The Office for Early Childhood Development was created to champion change and to help build a system that gives all South Australian...
-
Adelaide, Österreich Tideri Jobbörse VollzeitProject and Policy Officer roles (multiple classifications) Office for Early Childhood DevelopmentJob reference: 640990Location: 5000 - ADELAIDEJob status: Long Term ContractEligibility: Open to EveryoneWhy work with us: The Office for Early Childhood Development was created to champion change and to help build a system that gives all South Australian...
-
Principal Policy And Project Officer
vor 4 Wochen
Adelaide, Österreich Department For Human Services VollzeitAbout the BusinessOur Aboriginal Practice and Partnerships team coordinates activities that aim to improve outcomes for Aboriginal clients, their families, and communities. This includes informing DHS policy and practice, supporting staff who are Aboriginal and non-Aboriginal who work in Aboriginal-focused programs, and providing direct supports to...
-
Senior Policy Officer
vor 13 Stunden
Adelaide, Österreich Office For Recreation, Sport And Racing Sa VollzeitAbout the AgencyThe Office for Recreation, Sport and Racing (ORSR) is the lead agency for the Government's policy on sport and active recreation.ORSR is responsible for State Government policy and legislation as it relates to the sector, its key programs, sport and recreation infrastructure and funding programs.The ORSR supports sport and recreation...
-
Principal Policy Officer
Vor 3 Tagen
Adelaide, Österreich Sa Government -Department For Energy And Mining VollzeitDepartment for Energy and Mining Job reference: 643240Location: 5000 - ADELAIDEJob status: OngoingEligibility: Open to EveryoneThe Department for Energy and Mining is committed to building a diverse and flexible culture.We encourage and welcome all applications from women, diverse community groups and ages, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islanders and people...
-
Senior Policy And Reporting Officer
Vor 6 Tagen
Adelaide, Österreich Australian Government - Department Of Agriculture, Water And The Environment VollzeitLeading the development, implementation and review of policies, processes and procedures that support efficiencies in the delivery of the domestic and international travel functions and guidance material is contemporary.Work with a motivated, high-functioning and professional team.Flexible work locations.Who we areThe Finance and Investment Division supports...
-
Senior Policy And Reporting Officer
Vor 6 Tagen
Adelaide, Österreich Australian Government - Department Of Agriculture, Water And The Environment VollzeitLeading the development, implementation and review of policies, processes and procedures that support efficiencies in the delivery of the domestic and international travel functions and guidance material is contemporary.Work with a motivated, high-functioning and professional team.Flexible work locations. Who we are The Finance and Investment Division...
-
Senior Policy And Reporting Officer
Vor 5 Tagen
Adelaide, Österreich Department Of Agriculture, Fisheries And Forestry VollzeitPosition Title: APS 6 - $91,944 - $104,393 per annum plus superannuationDivision: Finance & Investment DivisionLocation: Adelaide, SA; Brisbane, QLD; Canberra, ACT; Melbourne, VICLeading the development, implementation and review of policies, processes and procedures that support efficiencies in the delivery of the domestic and international travel functions...
-
Health | Principal Policy And Strategy Officer
Vor 3 Tagen
Adelaide, Österreich Tideri Jobbörse VollzeitJob no: 886187Work type: Full timeLocation: Adelaide CBDCategories: Administration, Business and Management, Policy, Project and Program Management Department for Health and Wellbeing – Commissioning and Performance – Sustainable Health Salary: $121,107 to $125,679 – ASO8 – Full Time / Term Contract up to 18 Months The Department for Health and...
-
Principal Policy Officer
Vor 3 Tagen
Adelaide, Österreich Government Of South Australia VollzeitDepartment for Energy and Mining Job reference: 643240Location: 5000 - ADELAIDEJob status: OngoingEligibility: Open to EveryoneThe Department for Energy and Mining is committed to building a diverse and flexible culture.We encourage and welcome all applications from women, diverse community groups and ages, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islanders and people...
-
Adelaide, Österreich Tideri Jobbörse VollzeitAbout the Business Our Aboriginal Practice and Partnerships team coordinates activities that aim to improve outcomes for Aboriginal clients, their families, and communities.This includes informing DHS policy and practice, supporting staff who are Aboriginal and non-Aboriginal who work in Aboriginal-focused programs, and providing direct supports to...
-
Manager, Policy And Legislation
Vor 2 Tagen
Adelaide, Österreich Hydro-Electric Corporation VollzeitJob no: 890169 Work type: Part time Location: Adelaide CBD Categories: Allied and Scientific Health, Policy, Project and Program Management Department for Health and Wellbeing – Clinical System Support and Improvement – Clinical Collaborative Salary: $114,314 to $124,449 (Pro-Rata) – AHP4 – Part Time 0.6 FTE / Term Contract up to 31 March 2026...
-
Manager, Policy And Legislation
vor 2 Wochen
Adelaide, Österreich Hydro-Electric Corporation VollzeitJob no: 890169Work type: Part timeLocation: Adelaide CBDCategories: Allied and Scientific Health, Policy, Project and Program ManagementDepartment for Health and Wellbeing – Clinical System Support and Improvement – Clinical CollaborativeSalary: $114,314 to $124,449 (Pro-Rata) – AHP4 – Part Time 0.6 FTE / Term Contract up to 31 March 2026Overview:...
-
Manager, Policy And Legislation
vor 2 Wochen
Adelaide, Österreich Sa Health VollzeitDepartment for Health and Wellbeing – Clinical System Support and Improvement – Clinical Collaborative Salary: $114,314 to $124,449 (Pro-Rata) – AHP4 – Part Time 0.6 FTE / Term Contract up to 31 March 2026 Overview: The Manager, Policy and Legislation is a key member of the Office of the Chief Pharmacist participating in the strategic management and...
-
Manager, Policy And Legislation
vor 1 Woche
Adelaide, Österreich Hydro-Electric Corporation VollzeitJob no: 890169Work type: Part timeLocation: Adelaide CBDCategories: Allied and Scientific Health, Policy, Project and Program ManagementDepartment for Health and Wellbeing – Clinical System Support and Improvement – Clinical CollaborativeSalary: $114,314 to $124,449 (Pro-Rata) – AHP4 – Part Time 0.6 FTE / Term Contract up to 31 March 2026Overview:The...
-
Manager, Policy And Legislation
vor 11 Stunden
Adelaide, Österreich Buscojobs VollzeitDepartment for Health and Wellbeing – Clinical System Support and Improvement – Clinical CollaborativeSalary : $114,314 to $124,449 (Pro-Rata) – AHP4 – Part Time 0.6 FTE / Term Contract up to 31 March 2026Overview :The Manager, Policy and Legislation is a key member of the Office of the Chief Pharmacist participating in the strategic management and...
-
Principal Policy Officer
Vor 3 Tagen
Adelaide, Österreich This Is An It Support Group VollzeitThe role We have a unique opportunity for a Principal Policy Officer to join our team at the Office of the Commissioner for Public Sector Employment (OCPSE).The Principal Policy Officer supports the OCPSE through the provision of high-level advice and the delivery and coordination of information to support decision-making and fulfil reporting and governance...
-
Principal Policy Officer
Vor 3 Tagen
Adelaide, Österreich This Is An It Support Group VollzeitThe role We have a unique opportunity for a Principal Policy Officer to join our team at the Office of the Commissioner for Public Sector Employment (OCPSE).The Principal Policy Officer supports the OCPSE through the provision of high-level advice and the delivery and coordination of information to support decision-making and fulfil reporting and governance...
