Department of Premier And Cabinet,Graduate Policy Officer Jobs in Australia

Do
you enjoy a fast paced and diverse work environment?
Are
you interested in a unique position at the heart of Government?
Do
you have sound knowledge and experience in working with a broad group of
stakeholders and have the ability to interpret diverse information
rapidly?

Working
with us
The NSW
Department of Premier and Cabinet (DPC) works for the people of NSW to enhance
the economic, environmental and social wellbeing of NSW. The Department drives
the Government’s objectives, coordinates policy and services across the whole
of government and enables effective stewardship of the public service.
Working in the Department will give you a broad overview in areas such as
public policy formulation, public administration and state administrative
matters and an opportunity to be involved in a range of state-wide policies,
issues and projects.

About the
role
The
Cabinet Liaison Unit is a unique part of DPC, providing a key liaison and
coordination role across the Premier and Cabinet cluster and also maintaining
strategic awareness of the Cabinet agenda and Cabinet processes, across the NSW
Government.

The Graduate
Policy Officer will provide timely and efficient research, policy analysis,
administrative and project support services to contribute to the efficient operations
of the Cabinet Liaison Unit.
More
information about the Cabinet process in NSW can be found at www.dpc.nsw.gov.au/cabinet.

You will
be responsible for:

Undertaking
research and analysis and prepare reports to support the Department in
meeting its commitments in respect to the Cabinet process across the
Premier and Cabinet cluster and the NSW Government.
Reviewing,
researching and analysing Cabinet Submissions, project submissions or
proposed initiatives and contribute to the development of the
recommendations in relation to the soundness and feasibility of the
proposals, projects or initiatives.
Assisting
with the servicing of Cabinet committees, working parties,
inter-departmental and inter-governmental committees.
Facilitating
consultation on cross-portfolio policy and inter-governmental matters and
seek workable solutions.
Maintaining
awareness of current policy and related issues and assist with the
preparation of briefs and correspondence in compliance with required
standards of quality, accuracy and presentation protocols, to accurately
represent proposed policy positions.
Undertaking
a range of administrative tasks, participate in project work and process
improvements to assist with the smooth function of the day to day
operations of the Unit.
Work
cooperatively within and across teams and actively support others to
achieve Unit objectives.
Complying
with statutory requirements relating to work health and safety and support
strategies to promote ethical practice and an equitable, diverse and
inclusive workforce environment.

How
to Apply
Your
application should include:

a
cover letter [maximum two pages] briefly responding to the targeted
questions below.
an
up-to-date resume of no more than five pages which clearly details your
skills and experience as relevant to this role.

Target
Questions:

Give
an example of a situation where you have had to prioritise work in a high
pressure environment.
Describe
a time where you have worked with a stakeholders or customers on a
sensitive and/or confidential matter.

Learn
more: Please
review the Role Description and the information available at
www.dpc.nsw.gov.au/cabinet about the Cabinet process in
NSW.

For
enquiries regarding this role, please contact Emil Wajs-Chaczko, Manager,
Cabinet Liaison by email emil.wajs-chaczko@dpc.nsw.gov.au
or phone 02 9228 5356.

Closing
date: Sunday
16 August 2015 [11:59 PM]

Salary: Clerk Grade 3/4. Package
includes ($65,608 – $71,839) base plus superannuation and leave loading

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Job
reference: 00003RSH