Having a diverse workforce that represents the wider Tasmanian community is very important to us and we actively encourage applications from people with disabilities, from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds, people who may identify as LGBTQI+, and all genders. We recognise the value, unique skills and knowledge that Aboriginal employees bring to the workplace and welcome and encourage applications from Aboriginal people.

We are committed to putting the rights and wellbeing of children and young people at the centre of what we do. We will employ the right people. We will embed a culture of self-reflection and continuous improvement. We will have the courage to change what needs to be changed. We will regularly review our policies and structures through a child and youth safety lens. Our people will be equipped with the skills to recognise and respond to signs of harm. We are growing a culture where everyone takes responsibility, shares information, and speaks up if something doesn’t seem right. Together, we’re creating a place where all children and young people are safe from harm.

We support reasonable adjustment requests in any stage of the assessment process to remove barriers and facilitate full participation in all aspects of employment for applicants. If you have individual requirements that need to be accommodated in order to participate in an interview or recruitment activity, please inform the contact person listed for this vacancy.

We understand that people have different needs to manage their work and life and to support people we embrace the benefits of flexible working arrangements. Talk to us about how this could work for you.

Hours per fortnight

Up to 73.5 hours - flexible options available. 

Duties

1. Provide high-level policy and strategic advice to senior executives, Ministers and stakeholders on complex issues and initiatives relevant to child safety, institutional reform.
2. Lead or manage the design, implementation and evaluation of cross-agency policies and projects, including the coordination of project governance, timelines, deliverables, risk management and stakeholder input.
3. Drive the development of briefing materials, strategic advice, and Cabinet and Ministerial submissions that are well-evidenced, forward-looking and tailored for decision makers.
4. Represent the Department and Government in high-level discussions, negotiations and stakeholder forums, including inter-agency, intergovernmental and community sector settings.
5. Oversee engagement strategies and structures that centre lived experience, including supporting participation of victim-survivor and youth advisory groups in policy and reform processes.
6. Guide and mentor staff working on policy and project activities, fostering strong collaboration and building capability across the team.
7. Monitor and assess the effectiveness of policy and project delivery and identify opportunities for improvement, innovation or course correction.

Desirable Requirements

Formal tertiary qualifications.

Download the Statement of Duties and any Associated Documents

 SOD - Senior Project & Policy Analyst - 003341 - B7.pdf

 SOD - Senior Project & Policy Analyst - 003341 - B7.docx

 Advice for applicants for positions at DPAC.docx

 Advice for applicants for positions at DPAC.pdf

How to apply

Electronic submission of application is preferred, please click the blue 'Apply Now' button.

You will be prompted to upload a 1-2 page short application outlining your experience, skills and knowledge as they relate to the Statement of Duties and a resume.  

Please note that we do not require a separate statement addressing the selection criteria.

If you have any difficulty uploading your application, please contact us prior to the closing date on (03) 6165 9920.

For more information

Sam Gunner
Executive Director
sam.gunner@dpac.tas.gov.au 
Phone: 0408 244 322