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Policy Officer

Job Req ID

NEMA - 137018

 

Location

ACT 

 

Employment Type

Ongoing, Full-time / Part-time 

 

Classification

APS Level 5 - $85,687.00 and $91,809.00 plus 15.4% super (part time pro-rata)

 

Contact Officer

Stacey Parker / 02 6264 4338 / Stacey.Parker@nema.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 06/04/2025 at 11:59pm AEST (midnight) - Late applications will not be accepted.

 

About our opportunity

This process is being used to fill 1 immediate position.

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.
 

About the National Emergency Management Agency:
The National Emergency Management Agency's work has a real impact on the lives of Australians, particularly those living in rural and regional areas.


The National Emergency Management Agency's guiding principle is “Locally led, locally understood and locally implemented” and we bring together local communities, government, non-government and key industry representatives to support disaster recovery and resilience across the country.

 

Your work will help people who are recovering from natural disasters and prepare them for the future.

 

Established on 1 September 2022, the National Emergency Management Agency (NEMA) is Australia’s leading disaster and emergency management agency, and a Commonwealth authority within the Home Affairs portfolio. NEMA delivers a whole-of-nation approach to reducing disaster risk, planning, preparing for, responding to and recovering from a full spectrum of disasters across the National Disaster Management and Recovery Continuum.


NEMA works closely with local communities as well as State and Territory Governments to deliver the best outcome for communities across Australia. To help communities respond and recover, while preparing Australia for future emergencies, we:

  • Fund programs and initiatives, big and small, that help communities in times of emergency, as well as to recover and prepare, including through disaster recovery funding and the Disaster Ready Fund to help reduce the risk and impact of disasters
  • Work with communities, industry and non-government organisations by connecting local Coordination and Planning Officers and other NEMA staff right around Australia, to share lessons learnt, provide awareness on navigating Government services, and gain community and industry-led ideas and concepts to inform strategic policy and planning
  • Provide national leadership to share knowledge, situational awareness, and trends in disaster efforts to inform, guide and shape the national picture and decision-making at the Commonwealth, State and local Government level – including through policy development and strategy to improve risk reduction, resilience and recovery; and
  • Provide round-the-clock all-hazards monitoring and operational coordination for domestic and international emergencies, including supply chain disruptions, critical infrastructure outages, biosecurity risks and widespread cyber-attacks, and through supporting preparedness and response activities, including through the operationalisation of the Australian Government Crisis Management Framework.

 

For further information on NEMA’s purpose, vision and values, please see About us | NEMA. 
 

National Resilience Capability Programs Division:
The National Resilience Capability Programs Division (NRCP) builds nationally scalable emergency management capability projects including, the National Emergency Management Stockpile (NEMS), Public Safety Mobile Broadband (PSMB) and the National Messaging System (NMS). The NRCP Division also enables the National Coordination and Planning Network, Emergency Management Response (EMR) Training, and Strategy and Capability sections to deliver enhanced resilience and safety outcomes for the Australian community.

 

Position Summary:
The advertised position is within the Strategy and Capability section. This team works collaboratively across the Australian, State and Territory Governments to develop, and contribute to the development of policy and strategy which supports bolstering national emergency management capability. This also includes the management of a small number of grants.

 

The Policy Officer, within the Strategy and Capability Section, is accountable under direction of the Senior Policy Officer for providing professional and timely support to the development and implementation of policies relating to the Australian Government’s role in emergency and disaster management.

 

Under direction of the Senior Policy Officer, the Policy Officer will be responsible for researching, analysing and supporting policy development and program delivery aligned with organisational priorities. Officers in this role will be required to support the design and development of complex policy initiatives, draft briefs and submissions, respond to correspondence, as well as maintaining accurate records of policy advice and decisions.

 

At times, the Policy Officer, may be required to assist in other functions delivered by the Section and may be required to work outside of standard business hours, in support of NEMA’s operational priorities.
 
Specific Duties / Responsibilities:

  • Research, draft and develop policy and associated documents as specified in the section work plan
  • Identify, define and document potential policy issues and solutions associated with the policies under development to uplift the emergency management capability
  • Develop written material such as ministerial submissions, briefs, reports and correspondence
  • Work collaboratively with Australian Government, State and Territory Government officials, and industry representatives
  • Work with the internal and external stakeholders to support effective grant management in accordance with the Commonwealth Grants Rules and Principles 2024
  • Maintain awareness of local and global policy developments within area of expertise to identify emerging issues/risks and their implications for policy direction
  • Conduct research and analysis across a range of sources to inform policy development
  • Develop policy recommendations and proposals and communicate rationale and benefits to a variety of audiences
  • Other duties as directed.

 

Experience/Role Requirements/Qualifications:

  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills with a high degree of attention to detail to ensure consistency and accuracy of documentation
  • Have an understanding of relevant government policy, legislative and financial frameworks including Commonwealth procurement and grant rules and principles
  • Strong stakeholder engagement skills, including the ability to liaise effectively with internal and external stakeholders at various levels
  • Well-developed critical thinking skills with a solutions-oriented approach
  • Ability to work independently, as well as part of a team, taking responsibility for own work outcomes
  • Awareness of grant management principles, or the ability to acquire this knowledge
  • Self-motivated, with proven high levels of initiative.

 

Applicant response:
As part of your application, you will be required to prepare a one page response document (minimum 11pt font in MSWord or PDF format), which you will upload in the next section. 

 

Please ensure you read the instructions carefully, noting failure to address identified requirements may lead to your application being deemed ineligible. 

 

Please prepare a one-page Applicant Response in relation to the advertised role, outlining:

  • How your skills, knowledge and experience will be relevant to this role
  • Why you are interested in the role and what you can offer us
  • Any specific examples or achievements that demonstrate your ability to perform the role. 
     

How to apply:

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 System information relevant to the classification. You are required to submit your application in the online recruitment system (ourPeople).


As part of your application, you will need to provide:

  • Your CV
  • Your Applicant Response document
  • Details of two referees
  • Include your full name and the Requisition Number - 137018 in the footer of any documents being uploaded.

 

Eligibility and Specific Conditions of Employment

To be eligible to work with the NEMA you must:

  • Be an Australian Citizen
  • Fulfil the Agency's minimum requirements by satisfactorily answering all screening questions during the application process and successfully undergo a National Police Check
  • Obtain and maintain a Negative Vetting Level 1 (AGSVA) security clearance
  • Satisfy a probation period (if applicable)
  • Undergo a health assessment (if applicable).
     

Technical Assistance

If you are experiencing problems submitting your application online, please email the nature of the issues you are experiencing to Recruitment (recruitment@homeaffairs.gov.au) including screen captures if necessary. A response will be sent during business hours.

 

Notes

Remuneration: The Agency offers an attractive remuneration package, including salary, superannuation benefits and flexible working conditions appropriate to the level of the position.

If you have identified as having a disability, please indicate whether you require any support throughout the selection process. For further information please contact Recruitment: recruitment@homeaffairs.gov.au.

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