GAZ - APS6 - NATIONAL - Senior Policy Officer

Job Description

Job Req ID Home Affairs-135616 Location ACT; NSW; NT; QLD; SA; TAS; VIC; WA Employment Type Ongoing (Permanent), Full-time / Part-time Classification APS Level 6 - $90,199.00 and $103,770.00 plus 15.4% super (part-time pro-rata) Contact Officer Michelle Bale-Turner on 02 8862 6639 or 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 13/02/2025 at 11:59pm AEDT (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 The role of the Intelligence Policy and Oversight section is to ensure the Department's intelligence capability exercises powers, delegations and authorities lawfully and appropriately, is well governed and accountable and is represented in consideration of new policy and legislation. The section's priority tasks are to: Mitigate the organisational compliance enterprise risk in the context of the Department's intelligence capability. Support oversight bodies in their inspections on the intelligence capability's use of powers under relevant legislation. Promote a culture of compliance and provide the tools, guidance and support to intelligence analysts to mitigate the risk of non-compliance. Drive any necessary changes to the Department's legal, oversight and policy frameworks in the context of our intelligence capability. Develop policy positions on matters relating to intelligence legislation and reviews impacting the Department’s interests. Our ideal candidate A working understanding of the National Intelligence Community (NIC) Demonstrated experience of policy, governance and stakeholder engagement A collaborative approach to stakeholder engagement and support Strong strategic thinking and analytical skills Strong written and verbal communication skills Demonstrated ability to independently manage competing priorities, take personal responsibility for accurate completion of work within timeframes and quality requirements, and meet deadlines in a dynamic environment Demonstrated ability to interpret legislation and provide policy advice on the implications of regulatory requirements and/or audit recommendations Duties and responsibilities Provide accurate and high-quality written advice on the application of legislation and policy in the intelligence context. Manage the strategic policy frameworks and practices that form the authorising environment of the Department's intelligence capability. Provide policy advice on the appropriate handling and disclosure of intelligence information. Promote a culture of compliance and provide the tools, guidance and support to the Department's intelligence capability to mitigate the risk of non-compliance. Perform governance activities, including compliance checks on high-risk intelligence functions to identify systemic issues or instances of non-compliance. Prepare briefs, talking points, executive correspondence and other written submissions on complex intelligence policy and legislation matters. Undertake policy analysis and advocate for departmental interests on legislative reforms affecting NIC agencies. Build and maintain positive and effective working relationships with a range of stakeholders, including internal policy and legal areas and external oversight bodies. How to apply Submit your application and CV through the Home Affairs’ recruitment system (ourPeople) before the closing date on 13/02/2025 at 11:59pm (midnight) AEDT – Late applications will not be accepted. As part of your application, you will be required to prepare and submit a one-page applicant response document 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 Applicant response documents must be a minimum 11pt font in MS Word or PDF format, include your full name and the Requisition Number – 135616 in the document footer. Eligibility To be eligible for the position you must be an Australian Citizen. The successful candidate will be required to obtain and maintain a Negative Vetting Level 1 (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. #J-18808-Ljbffr