Senior Governance & Ethics Policy Officer

Australian Institute of Health & Welfare; Sydney; Hybrid; AUD 90,000 - 115,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible working arrangements

Remuneration package including leave

Professional development

Job summary

Australian Institute of Health & Welfare in Sydney, NSW seeks an EL1 Senior Governance and Policy Officer to support the Ethics Committee and DGIG activities. The role focuses on policy interpretation, governance coordination, and providing expert secretariat support for ethical reviews.

You will work under the EL2 Unit Head, engage with NHMRC guidelines, and help drive efficiency and professional development within the unit and broader AIHW governance functions.

Qualifications

• Experience applying policies and guidelines (NHMRC)
• Ability to interpret complex governance instruments
• Strong secretariat and governance coordination skills

Responsibilities

• Advance policy and governance matters for the Ethics Committee
• Provide detailed advice on ethical issues and NHMRC guidelines
• Lead business improvement initiatives to streamline processes
• Deliver efficient secretariat and governance support to the Committee
• Collaborate with Unit Head and EL1 officers on priorities and resource management

Skills

Policy analysis

Governance

Secretariat support

Stakeholder engagement

Project management

Job description

Australian Institute of Health & Welfare in Sydney, NSW seeks an EL1 Senior Governance and Policy Officer to support the Ethics Committee and DGIG activities. The role focuses on policy interpretation, governance coordination, and providing expert secretariat support for ethical reviews.

You will work under the EL2 Unit Head, engage with NHMRC guidelines, and help drive efficiency and professional development within the unit and broader AIHW governance functions.