Governance Officer

Sa Fire And Emergency Services Commission; Adelaide; On-site; AUD 106,000 - 112,000; Full time

Job summary

SA Fire and Emergency Services Commission is seeking an experienced policy analyst to deliver high-level analysis and support for emergency management programs. The role includes conducting evidence-based research, coordinating secretariat functions for state and national committees, and preparing briefings for SEMC, ANZEMC and NEMMM.

You will contribute to SAFECOM Board meetings and provide executive-level support to the Climate Ready Working Group.

Qualifications

• High-level policy analysis and advisory support for emergency management programs.
• Evidence-based research to inform best practice on emergency management issues.
• Secretariat duties for state and sector emergency management committees and working groups.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate and contribute to briefings, papers and reports for ANZEMC, NEMMM and SEMC.
• Provide executive-level support for SAFECOM initiatives and meetings.
• Represent the Emergency Management Office on inter-agency committees as required.
• Support broader SAFECOM priorities in line with ASO6 duties.

Skills

Policy analysis

Research & analysis

Secretariat support

Committee coordination

Executive support

Stakeholder engagement

Job description

Primary Purpose of Role:

• Provide high-level policy analysis and support for the development and implementation of emergency management-related programs, policies and initiatives.
• Conduct high-level evidence-based research and analysis to advise best practice on a range of emergency management-related issues.
• Provide secretariat support to state and sector emergency management committees, sub-committees and associated working groups, as required, ensuring effective coordination, documentation, record management and monitoring of actions.
• Coordinate and contribute to the preparation of national and state committee briefings, papers and reports, including but not limited to, Australia-New Zealand Emergency Management Committee (ANZEMC), the National Emergency Management Ministers Meetings (NEMMM) and the State Emergency Management Committee (SEMC).
• Provide Secretariat function for the Chief Executive at the Emergency Services Sector Executive meetings and SAFECOM Board meetings.
• Provide Executive Officer‐level support to the Climate Ready Working Group, including preparing workplans and reports to inform Executive and Board decision‐making.
• Represent the Emergency Management Office on various inter-agency committees and working groups as required.
• Assist with broader SAFECOM Emergency Management business unit priorities, as required, conducive with ASO6 level duties.

Remuneration: ASO6 - $105,747 - $111,854

Special Conditions: Engagement will be subject to a satisfactory Emergency Services Sector Criminal History Check. For all special conditions, please refer to the Role Description.

Enquiries: Daniel Willetts P: 8115 3920 E: [emailprotected]

SAFECOM is an equal opportunity employer committed to providing a working environment that embraces and values diversity, inclusion and supports a culture of safety and respect. We welcome and encourage applications from diverse community groups including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander, LGBTIQ+, people with disabilities, women and other diverse groups to help us build a workforce that reflects the communities we serve. We are committed to making reasonable adjustments to provide a positive and inclusive recruitment process and supportive workplace. If you have any support or access requirements, we encourage you to contact us at the time of application.