Senior Policy and Project Officer - Project Future Assessment Strategy Full time
The Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency (Ahpra) works in partnership with 15 National Boards to implement the national regulatory scheme for health professionals. The purpose of health practitioner regulation is to protect the public by ensuring that only health practitioners who have the skills, qualifications and knowledge to provide safe care are registered.
Ahpra is committed to providing a culturally safe work environment that reflects the diversity of the communities in which we operate and serve.
This is a Full time, fixed term opportunity. Located at any Ahpra office, working a hybrid arrangement. About the role Reporting to the Program Manager – Future Assessment Strategy, this position will play a key role in supporting the review and refinement of the assessment strategy for Internationally Qualified Nurses and Midwives (IQNM). In this dynamic role, you will help drive the development of policy, processes, and project deliverables that contribute to the strategic direction of Ahpra's initiatives in the health and regulator sectors. Your focus will be on ensuring that operational and policy advice aligns with the current legislation and establishes best practices. You will contribute to the implementation of key project components, facilitate consultation and communications with stakeholders, and provide specialist advice to ensure successful delivery of project objectives. You will work closely with internal and external stakeholders to ensure project outcomes are achieved on time, within scope, and to the highest standards. The project may expand to include other professions in due course.
About you You are a highly organised and results-driven professional with strong project management and policy development skills. Your excellent written and verbal communication skills will enable you to draft clear, high-quality reports and facilitate effective meetings and workshops.
With a strong analytical mindset, you bring experience in research and consultation to inform policy development and contribute valuable expertise to project teams.
You will have a genuine passion for improving healthcare systems and a deep commitment to delivering high-quality impactful outcomes.
You embody our values of Respect, Integrity, Collaboration, and Achievement, which in turn builds on the trust and credibility you will develop with key stakeholders. A deep understanding of the midwifery profession, specifically in relation to health practitioner regulation, is ideal.
Benefits Inclusive and supportive colleagues, enjoy coming to work and collaborating with your team 17.5% leave loading You will receive a company laptop Salary packaging arrangements including novated leasing and education expenses Discounted health insurance with Private Health Attractive salary of $129,546 per annum plus Superannuation We will be shortlisting throughout the advertising period and should we identify suitable applicants, we may cease advertising early. To apply: Click 'Apply for this job' to submit your application. Email applications will not be accepted. Your application must include a cover letter, current resume, and a maximum 2-page document addressing the 'Experience' section of the Role Description. Applicants must be an Australian Citizen, Permanent Resident, or hold a valid work permit or visa. Work eligibility will be checked as part of the recruitment process. For any queries or a confidential discussion regarding this position, please contact the Recruitment team via email at Ahpra is an equal opportunity employer committed to providing a working environment that embraces and values diversity and inclusion. We strongly encourage people of all abilities to apply. Ahpra is committed to achieving a diverse workforce and strongly encourages applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people as well as those who may experience diversity or disability-related barriers in securing employment. If you have any support or access requirements, we encourage you to advise us at the time of application.
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