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.

Period of Appointment

Fixed Term - 12 months 

Hours per fortnight

Up to 73.5 hours - flexible options available. 

Duties

1. Develop, implement and evaluate communication strategies to support the Disability Commissioner’s programs, initiatives, and public engagement activities.
2. Prepare engaging, high-quality, consistent and accurate speeches, media releases, newsletters, multimedia productions and social media messaging for the Disability Commissioner.
3. Prepare high quality and accessible publications such as reports, resources and promotional materials, including the gathering, quality assurance and, if required, writing of content, brand management, printing and distribution, the procurement and management of external consultants and ensuring jobs are managed appropriately and outputs are delivered on time and within budget.
4. Manage the web presence and digital communication activities, ensuring content adheres to accessibility standards, including formats suitable for audiences with disability and/or communication barriers.
5. Undertake research, analysis and problem solving of complex issues, and provide authoritative advice, recommendations and solutions.
6. Establish collaborative partnerships and effective relationships with key stakeholders.
7. Provide day-to-day practical guidance, professional leadership, supervision and direction to members of a team.
8. Ensuring the safety and wellbeing of vulnerable people you may be working with (including people with disability) and immediately report any concerns, disclosures, allegations or suspicions of harm.
9. Operate as the Disability Commissioner’s media liaison through the provision of advice and by responding to enquiries from media organisations or journalists.

Desirable requirements:

• Direct lived experience of disability
• Relevant tertiary qualification and/or demonstrated experience in a similar role.

Essential requirements:

• Current Tasmanian Registration to Work with Vulnerable People (Registration Status – Employment)
• Conviction checks in the following areas:
  1. 1. crimes of violence
     2. sex related offences
     3. serious drug offences
     4. crimes involving dishonesty
• Identification check
• Disciplinary action in previous employment check

Registration/licences that are essential requirements of this role must always remain current and valid. It is the employee’s responsibility to ensure that registration/licences remain current and to advise the Office if their circumstances change. This includes notifying the Office of any new criminal convictions and/or if a registration/licence is revoked, cancelled, or has its conditions altered.

Download the Statement of Duties and any Associated Documents

 SOD 003777.docx

 SOD 003777.pdf

 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

Catherine Whitington
Disability Commissioner
Catherine@disabilitycommissioner.tas.gov.au 
Phone: (03)6232 7560