The Senior Policy Officer contributes to the development, implementation, review and evaluation of regulatory policy, operational policy and strategic initiatives for the NDIS Quality and Safeguards Commission. The role undertakes complex research and analysis, develops evidence-based policy advice and works collaboratively with internal and external stakeholders to support effective regulatory outcomes.

The role operates with a degree of independence under limited guidance and exercises sound judgement when managing complex or sensitive policy matters.

The key duties of the position include:

Duties may include, but are not limited to, the following:

- Develop and review regulatory and operational policies, procedures and guidance to ensure they are evidence-based, practical and consistent with legislation, regulatory frameworks and NDIS Commission priorities.
- Research and analyse data, evidence and emerging issues to identify risks, trends and policy impacts, and develop practical options and recommendations.
- Prepare explicit, evidence-based policy advice and documents for executive or ministerial consideration, review and publication.
- Prepare accurate and timely briefs, reports, submissions, presentations, talking points, speeches and ministerial correspondence for senior executives, committees and other decision-makers.

See candidate package for further detail.

Eligibility

To be considered in this role, candidates will need to:

- Be an Australian Citizen, and
- Have a favourable National Police Check, and
- Have or be willing to obtain and maintain a Baseline Vetting security clearance. Should business need arise, be willing to obtain and maintain a Baseline / Negative Vetting Level 1/ NV 2 security clearance.



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- Complete a NDIS Commission external influences and associations declaration form.

Notes

It is desirable for the occupant to have:

- Relevant tertiary qualifications or experience in public policy, law, regulation, disability, health, human services, social sciences or a related discipline
- Experience in regulatory policy, operational policy, policy implementation, research or evaluation
- A demonstrated understanding of the human rights model of disability and/or disability services in a NDIS context
- An understanding of regulation, the National Disability Insurance Scheme, and the National Disability Insurance Scheme Act 2013

Getting to know the National Disability Insurance Scheme (NDIS) Quality and Safeguards Commission

The NDIS Quality and Safeguards Commission (NDIS Commission) offers roles that make a real difference in the community. As the dedicated national regulator of NDIS service providers and workers in Australia, the NDIS Commission upholds the rights of NDIS participants to quality and safe supports or services, including those received under the National Disability Insurance Scheme (NDIS). The NDIS Commission encourage applications from people with disabilities, LGBTQIA+ people, women and people with diverse linguistic and cultural backgrounds. The organisation recognises the richness of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander culture, and the unique knowledge Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander employees bring to the workplace, policy development and service delivery. The NDIS Commission participates in the Australian Public Service RecruitAbility Scheme which provides equitable adjustments for applicants with disability A full definition of disability is included on this website Definition of Disability.

📌 Senior Policy Officer (Perth)
🏢 NDIS Quality and Safeguards Commission
📍 Perth