Senior Policy and Project Officer

AHPRA (Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency); Melbourne; Hybrid; AUD 120,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid working environment

Professional development opportunities

Job summary

Ahpra seeks a Senior Policy and Project Officer to develop, review, consult on, implement and evaluate regulatory policy supporting National Boards. You will manage policy projects, engage with diverse stakeholders and deliver evidence-informed regulatory outcomes that influence health practitioner standards and professional practice.

You will translate complex issues into practical policy solutions, work collaboratively across teams, and adapt to shifting priorities while contributing to

Qualifications

• Experience developing, reviewing or implementing regulatory policy in a government-like environment.
• Ability to translate evidence and stakeholder input into practical policy solutions.
• Strong writing skills for briefings, reports and policy papers.

Responsibilities

• Develop, review and implement regulatory policy for national boards and Ahpra.
• Manage policy projects and deliver outcomes within agreed timeframes.
• Engage with stakeholders to gather input and build consensus.
• Contribute to registration standards, codes of conduct and guidelines.
• Provide clear, evidence-informed policy advice to leadership.

Skills

Policy development

Regulatory policy

Stakeholder engagement

Analytical thinking

Project management

Written communication

Job description

The Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency (Ahpra) works in partnership with 15 National Boards to implement the National Registration and Accreditation Scheme. Within Ahpra's Health Workforce Directorate, the Multiprofession Policy team develops and delivers regulatory policy across all regulated health professions that supports public protection, harm prevention and effective health practitioner regulation across Australia.

We have two full-time opportunities available, including one ongoing and one 12-month fixed-term position. The successful candidates can be based in any Ahpra office location, with a preference for Melbourne. A merit pool may also be established.

About the role

As a Senior Policy and Project Officer, you will contribute to the development, review, consultation, implementation and evaluation of regulatory policy that supports National Boards and Ahpra in delivering effective health practitioner regulation.

Working across a diverse portfolio, you will undertake desktop research and analysis, develop policy advice, manage policy projects and engage with stakeholders to deliver evidence-informed regulatory outcomes. Your work will contribute to registration standards, codes of conduct, guidelines and other policy initiatives that directly influence health practitioner regulation and safe, professional practice across Australia.

About you

You are an experienced policy professional who enjoys working through complex issues and translating evidence, stakeholder perspectives and strategic priorities into practical policy solutions.

Collaborative and adaptable, you communicate clearly, exercise sound judgement and build productive relationships across diverse stakeholder groups. You are motivated by meaningful work and enjoy contributing to policy outcomes that have real impact.

To be successful in this role, you will have:

• Experience developing, reviewing and/or implementing policy within a regulatory, government or similarly complex environment.
• Strong research, analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to develop clear and evidence-informed advice.
• Demonstrated experience managing policy projects and delivering outcomes within agreed timeframes.
• Excellent stakeholder engagement and consultation skills.
• High-quality written communication skills, including experience preparing briefings, reports and policy papers for diverse internal and external audiences.
• Strong organisational skills, adaptability and the ability to manage competing priorities.

For further information about the role, please review the role description: Senior Policy and Project Officer, Multiprofession Policy (CL7)

What we offer

• Hybrid working environment, with two office days and three days working from home.
• A supportive and collaborative culture.
• Professional development opportunities, including LinkedIn Learning access.
• Attractive salary of $135,031 per annum plus 12% superannuation.

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 email [e-mail].

Closing Date: 11.30pm AEDT on Monday 19 October 2026

Offer of employment is subject to successful background (pre-employment screening) and Criminal History checks. Ahpra requires all employees to comply with Ahpra policies, including the Hybrid and flexible working policy

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, particularly people of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander heritage, and 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 time of application.