The Australian Education Union is seeking applications for appointment to a new position of AEU Federal Policy and Research Officer. The position will commence in January 2025 (date to be negotiated) and is, subject to the satisfactory completion of a probation period, an ongoing role. The AEU Federal Policy and Research Officer will be a member of the AEU Federal Office team, with responsibility for supporting the advancement of the objectives and policies of the AEU generally, this work will include a focus on TAFE and vocational education. The position will also support the work of the AEU leadership team and the National Campaign Director on the AEU's ongoing Rebuild with TAFE campaign. Duties
The successful applicant's duties will include: Undertaking policy development, analysis and research and the subsequent preparation of briefing papers, responses and submissions on AEU priorities as required Providing advice and support for the implementation of AEU campaigns with a focus on the AEU TAFE campaign Support for the work of the federal office holders in the AEU General and TAFE Divisions Working collaboratively with all federal office staff including office holders, professional officers and administrative support staff Liaise with National TAFE Council Executive Report to AEU Federal decision-making bodies and forums as required Develop and maintain relationships with allies and key organisations at a national and state level with a focus on the work of the TAFE Division of the AEU Other duties as required by the AEU Federal Secretary and their delegates.
What the AEU Policy and Research Officer needs
Detailed knowledge and experience of public education with a focus on TAFE and vocational education. Knowledge of, and commitment to, public education and unionism. An understanding of AEU national campaigns, and particularly the Rebuild with TAFE campaign. Demonstrated knowledge of the major policy issues and political environment affecting public education with a focus on TAFE as the public provider of vocational education. A demonstrated capacity to engage in high level research and policy development including the ability to identify and analyse issues, propose strategic solutions and prepare reports and submissions. High level written and verbal skills, and the ability to work collaboratively in a team, or independently as appropriate. Relevant tertiary qualifications are highly desirable.
Salary and condition enquiries to the AEU Federal Secretary on (03) 9693 1800 or via
Written applications should address the key requirements of the role, be marked confidential and addressed to the Federal Secretary by email to
and should be received no later than COB, 20 September 2024.
AEU: Policy and Research Officer
Job posted on:
September 11, 2024 Applications close:
Friday 20th September (COB)
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