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.

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

- Contribute to the design and implementation of program management frameworks, applying sound project management methodologies to support effective governance, reporting, assurance and risk management.
- Undertake research and analysis to support project delivery, strategic planning and business improvement initiatives.
- Develop and manage project and program plans for priority regulatory improvement initiatives, including timelines, governance arrangements, performance monitoring, evaluation and implementation outcomes.
- Build productive relationships with internal and external stakeholders and coordinate planning and delivery across teams.





See Candidate Information Package for more information.

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 and programs, operational policy, project 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

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. See AGSVA website for more details Security | Sectors | Defence, and
- Complete a NDIS Commission external influences and associations declaration form.

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