Health Policy Officer

Job Req ID

Home Affairs - 137265

Location

NSW; ACT; NT; QLD; SA; TAS; VIC; WA 

 Employment Type

Ongoing (Permanent), Full-time / Part-time 

Classification

APS Level 6 - $94,563.00 and $107,713.00 plus 15.4% super (part time pro-rata)

Contact Officer

Paolo Mezzatesta on 0466 015 789 or paolo.mezzatesta@homeaffairs.gov.au  

Office Arrangements

Flexible  - Flexible working arrangements can be negotiated in accordance with our Enterprise Agreement and the operational requirements of the role.
 

Applications close on 11/05/2025 at 11:59pm AEST (midnight) - Late applications will not be accepted.

About our opportunity

This process is being used to fill 2 immediate position/s. 

Applicants suitable for the role but not offered the position for the current vacancy may be placed in a merit list or pool to fill similar vacancies for up to 18 months anywhere in ACT; NSW; NT; QLD; SA; TAS; VIC; WA.
 

About our team

Chief Operating Officer Group | Chief Operating Officer Group | Chief Medical Officer | Health Policy and Assurance Branch

The Health Policy and Assurance Branch is responsible for the development and maintenance of strategic and operational migration health policy and processing procedures to balance the facilitation of immigration with the protection of the health Public Interest Criteria. The Branch is also responsible for detention and migration health policies and health specific standard operating procedures. We undertake broad consultation with stakeholders and subject matter experts to ensure that these health policies are underpinned by quality research, analysis and contextual awareness.

Please visit our website for more information about the Department of Home Affairs or Australian Border Force

Our ideal candidate

Has an understanding or the ability to quickly obtain knowledge of the policy and procedural control framework and is a:

• Strategic thinker: We are a team working in a dynamic environment, and you will be able to demonstrate your strategic awareness and problem-solving skills and apply this to the development of policies
• Great communicator: Your written and verbal skills will enable you to develop and review complex policy documents, provide high quality and timely advice to the Senior Executive. Your communication skills will also enable you to develop and support productive relationships with internal and external stakeholders including anticipating and responding to stakeholder needs and expectations
• Flexible team member: You will join a team working in a dynamic environment with team players who are flexible and work with others to achieve a common goal
• Decision maker: You will use your decision-making skills to produce work requiring little or no revision before finalisation. You will also be supported to use your decision-making skills to make decisions, with direction from more senior staff, on tasks/assignments with considerable complexity and sensitivity.

Duties and responsibilities

• Prepare high-quality written reports, briefs and other documents for a range of audiences on complex detention and migration health issues
• Interpret relevant policies and procedures to assist in the development of technically accurate communication products
• Engage with a broad spectrum of staff and to develop strong partnerships with stakeholders 
• Develop required legislative or policy amendments that promote a consistent regulatory approach across the migration health area 
• Operate as part of a team in a dynamic, changing environment with the ability to work independently on multiple projects with minimal supervision.

Additional information

Desirable
Have significant experience in policy and procedures and managing information and records within a policy and procedural control framework.

The successful candidate will have experience in one or more of the following areas: 
 

• Strategic or legal policy and/or legislative development, advice and implementation
• Communications, including developing complex briefs, procedural instructions and reports
• Stakeholder engagement/management and experience working in a team.
• Compliance and regulation experience in policy analysis, policy and procedural control frameworks and an understanding of Australia's Detention and Migration Health programs would be beneficial but is not essential.

How to apply

Submit your application and CV through the Home Affairs’ recruitment system (ourPeople) before the closing date on 11/05/2025 at 11:59pm (midnight) AEST  – Late applications will not be accepted.

As part of your application, you will be required to prepare and submit a statement of claims response document (250 words per capability, one page in total) addressing the following capabilities:
 

• Achieves results
• Communicates with influence
• Demonstrates professional or technical proficiency

Applicant response documents must be a minimum 11pt font in MSWord or PDF format, include your full name and the Requisition Number – 137265 in the document footer.

Prior to preparing your response it is recommended you review the Work Level standards relevant to the classification you are applying to. It may also be useful to refer to the Integrated Leadership Systems information relevant to the classification.

Eligibility

To be eligible for the position you must be an Australian Citizen.

The successful candidate will be required to obtain and maintain a Baseline Vetting (AGSVA) security clearance, and:
 

• ABF Workers will also be required to obtain and maintain an Employment Suitability Clearance (ESC).
• Home Affairs Workers will also be required to obtain and maintain an Onboarding Check.
   

In certain circumstances, an Employment Suitability Clearance (ESC) may be required in addition to, or in lieu of, an Onboarding Check, which will be determined by the delegate as necessary.  

Diversity and inclusion

The Department is committed to workforce diversity and applicants who are Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander, come from a diverse cultural or linguistic background or have a disability are encouraged to apply.

RecruitAbility applies to this vacancy. Under the RecruitAbility scheme you will be invited to participate in further assessment activity for the vacancy if you choose to apply under the scheme; declare you have a disability; and meet the minimum requirements for the job. For more information visit: https://www.apsc.gov.au/recruitability

Technical assistance

For technical enquiries please call or email for assistance:

• Email: recruitment@homeaffairs.gov.au
• Phone: 1300 793 883 (within Australia) or +61 2 6196 0444 (outside of Australia)

Please include any applicable screen captures, a response will be provided during business hours.

Notes

The Department of Home Affairs offers an attractive remuneration package, including salary, superannuation benefits and flexible working conditions appropriate to the level of the position. The Australian Public Service (APS) Employee Value Proposition (EVP) highlights the top reasons our employees enjoy working in the APS.

The Department may provide relocation assistance to eligible APS employees required to relocate. The level of assistance will vary depending on the reason for relocating and your personal circumstances. For further information please enquire with the contact officer listed in the advertisement.

Information about employment and advice on how to apply for vacancies can be obtained from the Department’s website at https://www.homeaffairs.gov.au/about-us/careers

Candidates should be aware that in roles where vaccination against COVID-19 is required by public health orders/directions or other legislation proof of vaccination will be required. If a candidate is not fully vaccinated or is unwilling to be vaccinated within a reasonable time period, they may not be offered that role.