Strategic Policy & Projects Officer — Remote/Part-Time

Australian Medical Council; Canberra; Hybrid; AUD 42,000 - 54,000; Part time

Job summary

HPAC Forum in Canberra/Melbourne is seeking a Strategic Policy and Projects Officer on a part-time 0.6 FTE fixed-term basis until June 2028. The role involves policy development, research, project delivery, governance and secretariat support with a high degree of autonomy.

The successful candidate will work across health professions accreditation, engage stakeholders, and contribute to strategic priorities within a collaborative small team.

Qualifications

• You will be an experienced professional with strong research, analytical, writing, project and stakeholder engagement skills.
• Ability to research unfamiliar issues, synthesise information and develop sound advice.
• Experience independently progressing projects or substantial pieces of work.
• Ability to build relationships and facilitate collaboration.
• Commitment to cultural safety and inclusion.

Responsibilities

• Research and analyse policy, regulatory and system issues and develop options, recommendations and advice.
• Lead allocated projects and work programs, coordinating stakeholders and delivering outcomes.
• Coordinate member engagement, consultations and working group activities.
• Develop and coordinate the Forum's communications.
• Share routine secretariat and administrative responsibilities within a small, collaborative team.

Skills

Policy analysis

Stakeholder engagement

Project management

Research

Writing

Governance

Strategic thinking

Education

Tertiary qualification

Job description

HPAC Forum in Canberra/Melbourne is seeking a Strategic Policy and Projects Officer on a part-time 0.6 FTE fixed-term basis until June 2028. The role involves policy development, research, project delivery, governance and secretariat support with a high degree of autonomy.

The successful candidate will work across health professions accreditation, engage stakeholders, and contribute to strategic priorities within a collaborative small team.