Senior Policy Officer
About the company
The Royal Australasian College of Surgeons (RACS) is the leading advocate for surgical standards, professionalism and surgical education in Australia and Aotearoa New Zealand. The College is a not-for-profit organisation that represents more than 8600 surgeons and 1300 surgical trainees and Specialist International Medical Graduates.
RACS also supports healthcare and surgical education in the Asia-Pacific region and is a substantial funder of surgical research. There are nine surgical specialties in Australasia being: Cardiothoracic Surgery, General Surgery, Neurosurgery, Orthopaedic Surgery, Otolaryngology Head and Neck Surgery, Paediatric Surgery, Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery, Urology and Vascular Surgery.
This role is of limited duration and is being offered on a max term basis until November 2025 due to parental leave backfill.
About the role
We are seeking a highly motivated and experienced Senior Policy Officer to join our Policy and Advocacy Team on a fixed-term 12-month contract. In this temporary role, you will be instrumental in delivering key initiatives, developing policy and advocacy strategies that align with the strategic vision of the College.
As the Senior Policy Officer, you will collaborate closely with various College departments, including Education, Marketing and Communications, to achieve our goals. You will also contribute to the development and analysis of standards, policies, position papers, submissions and projects that support the Royal Australasian College of Surgeons’ (RACS) strategic intent. This is a great opportunity to work for one of the world’s leading peak surgical training and standards organisations.
Skills and Experience
- Policy Development: Expertise in coordinating and reviewing policies, analysing impacts on the surgical profession and healthcare in Australia, and preparing detailed documentation and submissions.
- Project Management: Proven ability to implement project plans, manage committee activities, and liaise with stakeholders, with experience in preparing project documentation and reports.
- Communication and Interpersonal Skills: Strong verbal and written communication abilities, high-level writing and editing, and exceptional interpersonal skills, fostering collaboration and teamwork.
- Organizational and Analytical Skills: Proficient in research, problem-solving, time management, and attention to detail, with the ability to prioritize tasks under pressure.
- Qualifications and Professionalism: Relevant degree or equivalent experience, with a background in healthcare or professional organizations, committed to continuous improvement and strategic objectives.
Benefits
At our organisation, we are proud to have a positive impact on improving health outcomes in the community. Our people are especially important to us, we treat everyone fairly and are mindful of our colleagues and their wellbeing. Working at RACS, you will thrive in our environment where we recognise that we are all one team. Our employees are at their best when they have balance in their lives, so by joining our team you will have:
- flexibility to combine working from home with time spent in the office
- RACS Professional Development Framework (Grow at RACS)
- access to a wellbeing app
- annual wellbeing reimbursement
- additional, gifted leave at the end of the year
- access to online learning portal THRIVE with a catalogue of 89,000+ courses
- access to an Employee Assistance Program which includes counselling for personal and work-related issues, support for family members, legal support, career development and planning, nutrition & lifestyle advice as well as financial counselling
We genuinely care about our employees’ health and wellbeing and encourage our people to bring their whole selves to work.
How to apply?
To apply for this role please submit your application by clicking on the “Apply Now’ button to submit a cover letter, resume and answer the outlined selection criteria.
Please note we will be reviewing applications as they come in.
Enquiries can be directed to careers@surgeons.org however, applications emailed to this address will not be accepted.
RACS is committed to supporting diversity and inclusion in our workforce. The Royal Australasian College of Surgeons (RACS) recognises Aboriginal and Torres Strait Island people as the traditional landowners of Australia and Māori as the tangatawhenua (people of the land) of Aotearoa New Zealand. We are committed to creating employment opportunities for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islanders and Māori and building an environment that is inclusive, culturally safe and appropriate.
Other details
- Pay type Salary
- Employment indicator Employee
- RACS ACT Office, Suite 31, 2 King Street, Deakin, Australian Capital Territory, Australia
- RACS NSW Office, Suite 1, Level 26, Sydney, New South Wales, Australia
- RACS QLD Office, Level 2, 59-69 Shafston Ave, Kangaroo Point, Queensland, Australia
- RACS SA Office, 24 King William Street, Kent Town, South Australia, Australia
- RACS TAS Office, Suite 1/105 Macquarie Street, Hobart, Tasmania, Australia
- RACS VIC Office, 250-290 Spring Street, East Melbourne, Victoria, Australia
- RACS WA Office, Suite1, Ground Floor, Claremont, Western Australia, Australia