First People Recruitment Solutions – Canberra ACTThe Department of Health, Disability and Ageing develops and delivers policies and programs that support better health, disability and ageing outcomes for all Australians.
Its work spans the health system, aged care, disability support and the National Disability Insurance Scheme, as well as access to affordable medicines.The Pricing Changes Section sits within the department's work on the Pharmaceutical Benefits Scheme (PBS).
The PBS gives Australians timely, reliable and affordable access to necessary medicines.
The section manages pricing applications for PBS-listed pharmaceutical items and supports the monthly PBS pricing updates.
That work helps keep the Scheme sustainable and value for money for taxpayers.About the RoleAs a Policy Officer in the Pricing Changes Section, you'll provide technical and administrative support across PBS pricing applications.
You'll assess applications using clinical, financial and market analysis, so that pricing decisions rest on solid evidence.
You'll also draft the briefs, committee papers and correspondence that keep the process moving.This role suits someone who enjoys detailed analytical work, is comfortable with both numbers and words, and likes seeing their work feed directly into national health outcomes.
You'll work in a multidisciplinary team, liaise with internal and external stakeholders, and help deliver the monthly PBS pricing updates.A background as a pharmacist with recent community or hospital practice experience is highly regarded, but candidates with robust policy, analytical or health sector experience are encouraged to apply.Key DutiesAssess and finalise PBS pricing applications within agreed timeframes and quality standards, using detailed clinical, financial and market analysisDraft high-quality written materials, including policy papers, reports, briefs,



agenda papers, committee minutes, correspondence and responses to enquiriesResearch and analyse diverse data sources, and synthesise critical information for decision makersSupport the delivery of monthly PBS pricing updates, including legislative, policy and administrative implementation activitiesCommunicate and negotiate with internal and external stakeholders to deliver legislative and policy outcomesManage competing priorities and deadlines while maintaining a high standard of accuracy and attention to detailKey Skills and CapabilitiesStrong analytical and problem-solving skillsStrong attention to detail in both numerical and written contextsWell-developed written communication skills, ideally in a policy contextCompetency with data-related tasks, including common Excel functionsAbility to manage competing priorities and deliver work on timeAbility to work with minimal supervision within a multidisciplinary teamHigh-level interpersonal skills, with the ability to build and maintain strong working relationships with a diverse stakeholder groupAbility to work effectively and collaboratively in a team environmentPharmacist with recent community or hospital pharmacy practice experiencePlease submit applications in Word format only by 10am, 30th October ****.FIRST PEOPLE Recruitment Solutions is a majority Aboriginal owned agency providing contingent contracts, fixed term contracts and permanent recruitment solutions to Government and Corporate Australia.Our Head Office is based in Canberra with a national reach to all the states and territories, regional and remote areas of Australia.FIRST PEOPLE Recruitment Solutions acknowledges the traditional owners of country throughout Australia and recognises their continuing connection to land, waters and community.
We pay our respect to them and their cultures; and to elders past, present and emerging.
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📌 Policy Officer - Pbs Pricing (Canberra)
🏢 First People Recruitment Solutions
📍 Canberra