Assistant SchemeDesign Advisor
Employment type
: Ongoing
Grade
: DCS clerk 5/6
Salary range
: $102,936 - $113,579 + 12% Super + Leave Loading
Location
: Sydney/Gosford
The State Insurance Regulatory Authority (SIRA) is a NSW Government agency within the Department of Customer Service portfolio. SIRA is looking for an Assistant Advisor Scheme Design (Assistant Policy Officer) to join the organisation.
About Us
SIRA regulates three statutory insurance schemes in NSW – Workers Compensation, Compulsory Third Party and Home Building Compensation. We also oversee regulatory functions in other schemes including Dust Diseases and Lifetime Care and Support. We have offices in Sydney and Gosford.
About the role
We are seeking an Assistant Scheme Design Advisor to join the Integration and Review team in SIRA's Scheme Design - Workers Compensation & Health directorate, under the Regulatory Strategy & Stewardship Division. In this role, you will support the team with policy and regulatory reform initiatives within the workers compensation scheme.
Your responsibilities
Support project delivery: Monitor project timelines and check quality standards
Assist with research: Gather data and investigate policy areas, to contribute to informed decision making and policy development
Help draft reports: Prepare clear briefs and project plans that guide policy decisions
Handle team administration: Prepare meeting papers, draft letters, and take notes
Coordinate stakeholders: Organise working groups and committees to connect stakeholders and promote collaboration
Organise documentation: Keep project files and correspondence secure and up to date
Boost process improvement: Find technology solutions to increase daily team efficiency.
About you
You have experience developing and analysing government policy, or hold qualifications in political or social science, public policy, or law
You communicate complex ideas clearly
You thrive in dynamic environments and adapt quickly to change and uncertainty




You manage multiple tasks effectively, taking initiative to get things done on time
You solve problems by analysing data and using legislation to guide decision
You collaborate with your team and share your ideas
You take ownership of your work, acting responsibly and in line with official policies, guidelines and law.
Benefits
Genuinely flexible working arrangement
State of the art offices
Wellbeing programs and resources
Excellent career and learning development opportunities.
Eligibility
To be eligible to apply, you must:
Be an Australian citizen or permanent resident, or a New Zealand citizen with a current passport, and live in NSW and be able to travel to our Sydney or Gosford office each week or be willing to relocate.
Salary Grade 5/6, with the base salary for this role starting at $102,936 base plus superannuation
Closing Date
: Tuesday, 1st of September **** at 9:59am
Careers at Department of Customer Service
A career at the Department of Customer Service (DCS) gives you the chance to help improve government services and be part of reform that benefits people across NSW. We are focused on delivering excellent customer service, digital transformation, and regulatory reform. Come join us and influence the future of our great state.
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The strength of our workforce lies in its diversity and embracing difference, while the key to our success is leveraging the contributions of employees with different backgrounds and perspectives.
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Talent Operations
on ************ or ******.
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