Policy Officer

Policy Officer Location – Parramatta Hybrid working Employment type – Temporary until June 2028 Salary – GR 7/8 $116,981 - $129,492 plus superannuation This is a targeted recruitment. While all applicants are welcome, preference will be given to candidates who meet the established standards of the role and are of Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait islander descent. This is because the Department acknowledges this lived experience contributes a perspective valuable to our work with this community. Your role The NSW Government is determined to make NSW a place where everyone has access to safe and secure housing, and where experiences of homelessness are rare, brief and non-recurring. Homes NSW is a division of the Department of Communities and Justice. It brings together the housing and homelessness functions of the Department of Communities and Justice, the NSW Land and Housing Corporation, Aboriginal Housing Office and key worker housing functions from across government all under one roof. You will contribute to the delivery of policy, strategy and reform initiatives by supporting project coordination, analysis and stakeholder engagement, and preparing advice and outputs to inform decision-making in line with Homes NSW priorities. What you’ll do Contribute to the delivery of policy, strategy and reform initiatives, consistent with organisational priorities. apply strong policy development capability and strategic delivery experience in complex government environments, underpinned by cultural capability and an informed understanding of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander cultures. Support project planning and coordination activities, including tracking actions, timelines and deliverables. Prepare evidence-based advice, briefs and outputs for review by senior staff. Collate, analyse and synthesise information to support policy and project outcomes. Support stakeholder engagement, including coordinating input and maintaining working relationships. Work collaboratively across Housing Strategy and Policy and Homes NSW to support delivery of outcomes. What we’re looking for Tertiary qualifications in a related discipline and/or equivalent knowledge, skills and experience with demonstrated commitment to ongoing professional development. You possess excellent stakeholder management skills You’re able to work with minimal supervision, on numerous projects, simultaneously. You’re able to balance competing deadlines on time critical projects You can deliver outcomes with high attention to detail. Experience in, or exposure to, complex policy or reform environments, including the ability to analyse information and contribute to evidence-based advice. Knowledge of legislation and government processes relevant to Homes NSW or similar public sector environments. Download the role description To apply directly via the DCJ Careers site click here . Search for the job and click the ‘Apply now’ button. We focus on hiring people who share our commitment and goals of inclusion, collaboration, adaptability, courage and integrity. If you meet the essential requirements and the role resonates with you, please apply – you do not need to meet every desired requirement for us to want to talk to you. What We Offer We offer a variety of benefits, including: A challenging and rewarding career Flexible, autonomous work environment Competitive pay and conditions Training and development opportunities to build and maintain capabilities Health & Wellbeing and Employee Assistance Programs. Want more information? Visit our website to see more information on Working for us. We do work that really matters Working for the Department of Communities and Justice (DCJ) provides lots of opportunities to make a real difference. We collaborate with other agencies and community partners, to improve lives and realise the potential of children, adults, families and communities. We're focused on breaking, rather than managing, disadvantage. It’s work that really matters. Apply now and join Australia’s top public sector employer where we will support you and provide an exciting and flexible working environment! Are you ready to join us? Click apply, attach an up-to-date résumé (maximum 5 pages) and a cover letter (maximum 3 pages) addressing the 2 targeted question below with a brief outline on how you meet the requirements of the role: Targeted question 1: In 500 words or less, describe an experience where you supported or led policy development within a complex setting. Please explain how you engaged with Aboriginal communities in ways that upheld cultural authority, respected community protocols, and ensured Aboriginal perspectives guided the policy development process. Targeted question 2: Cultural Question: Given the overrepresentation of Aboriginal children, families and communities that intersect with DCJ services, it is important that our workforce is able to work in a culturally inclusive and sensitive manner. In 300 words or less how have you, or how would you, work effectively with Aboriginal communities to provide DCJ services? Applications close Tuesday 6 October at 11:59pm AEST. Got a question? For more information about the role or what it’s like to work for DCJ, please contact the hiring manager Bianca Radburn at bianca.radburn@homes.nsw.gov.au If you’ve got a question about applying or would benefit from an adjustment in the recruitment process to help you perform at your best (including an alternate method submission of the application), please contact Katie Hardy at katie.hardy@dcj.nsw.gov.au Visit Recruitment adjustments on the DCJ website to learn more. Inclusion and Diversity lies at the heart of how we recruit We continue to hire great people with a wide variety of skills, experience and backgrounds. This includes people with disability, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander People, women, people identifying as LGBTIQ+, culturally and linguistically diverse people, carers and other diversity groups. To find out what DCJ are doing to build an inclusive and diverse workforce, visit Inclusion and diversity on the DCJ website . Other Information A talent pool may be created for future ongoing and temporary roles and is valid for a period of up to 18 months. For more information visit Applying for DCJ jobs on the DCJ website. Thank you for your interest in this role. We look forward to receiving your application. To keep up with recruitment opportunities at DCJ, follow us on Facebook: www.facebook.com/CareersatDCJ/ The Welcome Experience Thinking about moving to regional NSW? Get free, personalised support with housing, schools, jobs, and settling in. Learn more: www.nsw.gov.au/welcomeexperience The careers site currently promotes this service on the ‘Discover roles with DCJ in regional NSW’ page.