Acting Manager Policy & Development
Acting Manager Policy & Development
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Job Description
Carers NSW is the peak organisation for carers in NSW. We are a not-for-profit organisation connecting and empowering carers across NSW and improving their quality of life through activities programs training and policy advice. We advocate for carers of all ages and circumstances.
As the Acting Manager Policy & Development you will be responsible for leading and coordinating on the business as usual activities and projects of the Carers NSW Policy team providing policy and advocacy advice to the Executive Manager Policy Development & Research in accordance with Carers NSW Strategic Directions and coordinating Carers NSW policy responses to the State and Federal governments as required
This position is available due to a temporary internal movement and is a full time contract position until June 2026.
Our ideal candidate should possess the following skills and attributes:
- Qualifications in Social or Political Science Social Work Public Health or other relevant areas
- High level project management team management and staff supervision skills
- Experienced in policy analysis / development including ability to manage complex policy development issues
- Excellent analytical and problem solving skills
- Demonstrated ability to represent Carers NSW policy positions and to speak publicly
- Proven track record in liaising and building effective relationships with government non-government and community organisations
- High level verbal and written communication skills with a demonstrated experience in policy development and report writing to a high standard
- Knowledge of the role of key stakeholders including State and Australian Governments
- Advanced computer and word processing skills
- High level of quantitative and qualitative research skills
To learn more about what we do please visit our website
Employment Requirements:
- Satisfactory Police Check
- Current Working with Children Check
- COVID-19 Vaccination
- Rights to live and work in Australia
Salary and Benefits
The annual salary is around $120K super. Additional benefits include salary sacrificing benefits flexible work arrangements a highly supportive team environment excellent training and development opportunities and health and wellness programs.
We look forward to seeing your application and how your skills and experience can create successful outcomes for all NOW!
If you are thinking about a future with Carers NSW we invite you to join our talent community to stay up to date with new opportunities.
Carers NSW recognises the value of diversity in its workplace and acknowledges the contributions that people of diverse backgrounds bring to the organisation.
Required Experience:
Manager
Employment Type
Part-Time
