Policy Officer

Would you like an opportunity to contribute to research and policy for children and young people across WA?

Are you

• An enthusiastic advocate for children and young people who can manage a range of projects and engage with a diverse range of stakeholders to achieve positive outcomes.
• Proactive, organised and can manage a diverse workload.
• Comfortable working in a small team.

About the position

This position undertakes research and policy development to enable the Commissioner for Children and Young People to advocate for children and young people. Your analytical capability, writing skills and ability to engage with a broad range of stakeholders will be used to deliver policies, reports and other written materials to support the Commissioner.

However, this role also represents an opportunity to get involved with a range of exciting initiatives including directly engaging with young people, representing the interests of children and young people at forums or though professional networks.

Other responsibilities:

• Monitoring, reviewing and evaluating policies, strategies and initiatives.
• Supporting engagement and consultation activities with children and young people.
• Preparing reports, briefing notes and correspondence.
• Contributing to the development, planning and implementation of projects.

We are

We are a small, dynamic and passionate team dedicated to raising the voices of children and young people in Western Australia.

Commissioner Jacqueline McGowan-Jones is a vibrant and dynamic leader who brings a wealth of experience and a passion for the wellbeing of children and young people. 

Diversity is vitally important to the work we do for children and young people. We encourage Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, persons from culturally diverse backgrounds, LGBTQIA+SB people, people with disabilities and young people to join our team.

Benefits include:

• A chance to really make a difference for children and young people.
• Three additional leave days per year, 17.5% leave loading and flexible work practices.
• Working in Boorloo (Perth) on Forrest Place, right next to Perth and Perth Underground train stations, and a short stroll from Perth bus station.

If you want to know more

Contact Dawn Fitzgerald on 08 6213 2205 or email dawn.fitzgerald@ccyp.wa.gov.au

How to apply

Click apply for job, and provide:

• A cover letter of no more than two pages, outlining what attracted you to the role and any relevant experience you can bring to the role, based on the requirements listed. 
• Updated CV.
• We will ask for details of two referees if and when we progress your application.

Eligibility

Permanent positions – To be eligible for appointment to permanent positions in the West Australian Public Sector you must be an Australian citizen or have permanent resident status in Australia.

You will be required to undertake a National Police Clearance and Working with Children Check to work for the Commissioner for Children and Young People.