Job Description
Policy Officer, APS4/5, Corporate (EA********)
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At the ACCC, we're proud of the impactwe can make together. We understand the responsibilities andchallenges that come with a fast moving and ever-
changingenvironment.
Our high performing culture is built on a foundationof care, support and inclusion. It's why we're driven by connectionand collaboration, sharing our skills, knowledge and support witheach other freely and frequently. It's why we prioritise thewellbeing of our people and empower them to work
autonomously,flexibly
and courageously. At the ACCC, we believe the best versionof you is the one that's true to who you are – and that's the youwe want working alongside us.
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We valueflexibility, and all roles can be performed from any capital cityin a state or territory or Townsville and are available on afull-time, part-time or job-share basis.
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Applicants fromdiverse backgrounds including First Nations peoples, people withdisability and those from different cultural backgrounds areencouraged to apply.
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What you willdo as the Policy Officer
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Support thecoordination of strategic priorities, projects and activitiesacross a range of ACCC work areas and consolidate informationinto clear products for decision-makers.
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Support the ACCC'sengagement with the Australian Parliament,
governmentdepartments
and ministerial offices, including supporting theACCC'sappearances before Senate Estimates and
Parliamentaryinquiries.
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Prepare executiveand Ministerial briefs, correspondence, reports,
presentations,meeting
papers and other executive materials.
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Undertake researchand analysis to identify issues, risks and
emergingopportunities




relevant to the ACCC.
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Identifyopportunities
to improve coordination, processes and ways ofworking.
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Contribute to apositive, team-oriented and outcomes-focused teamenvironment.
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Aboutyou
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In order to succeed in the role, you will have:
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Knowledgeofparliamentary
and cabinet processes, or the ability to quicklygain this knowledge.
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Ability todemonstrate interest in the ACCC's role, current competitionand consumer law issues and public policy.
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Strongcommunication
and interpersonal skills including the ability toinfluence, negotiate and work collaboratively with team membersand internal and external stakeholders.
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Strongorganisational
and coordination skills, with the ability toomanage competing priorities, plan and manage your work and seekguidance when required.
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Theability to communicate complex issues simply, clearly andeffectively in different mediums.
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Decision makingusing sound judgement, expertise and knowledge in line withagreed procedures.
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Asan APS 4, you will work under general direction, coordinatedefined activities and use established processes and soundjudgement to deliver quality outcomes. You will contributeto planning and escalatcomplex or sensitive issues whenneeded.
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Asan APS 5, you will work more independently, manage complexmatters and provide advice within your area ofresponsibility. You will analyse competing priorities, develop recommendations for executives and escalatissueswhen needed.
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To find out more about us and the role, please read the CandidateKit.
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ContactOfficer: Catherine Kennedy, *******
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ApplicationsClose: 11:00pm (AEST), Sunday 13 September ****

📌 Policy Officer, Aps4/5, Corporate (Ea2026/181) (South Australia)
🏢 ACCC
📍 South Australia