Policy Officer

Description:

The ACMA's Content Division has an exciting new Policy Officer role available in our Media and News Diversity Taskforce. The role provides a fantastic opportunity to contribute to the delivery of key aspects of the ACMA's work which focus on contemporary communications and media issues that make a tangible difference to the lives of Australians. This is a high-profile project for the ACMA and staff within the taskforce gain exposure to significant levels of cross-agency collaboration and the opportunity to work directly with senior executives. If you are a talented and enthusiastic policy professional who is looking for a high-profile role which will allow you to use your policy skills to develop advice on complex issues - this role is for you!

The key duties of the position include
You will be working in a collaborative, questioning and outcomes-focused workplace, within a multidisciplinary team. The role provides a fantastic opportunity to contribute to the delivery of high-profile aspects of the ACMA's work which focus on contemporary communications and media issues that make a tangible difference to the lives of Australians.
As an APS6 Policy Officer you will assist with work to analyse, research and monitor information and data to develop advice on complex issues in relation to media diversity.
In this role you will:

• use your well-developed analytical and research skills to assess complex data from a range of sources to inform evidence-based advice that contributes to policy development
• use your strong written and verbal communication skills to present that information and analysis in high quality and timely documents to a range of internal and external stakeholders
• manage the collection, use and storage of information associated with the ACMA's responsibilities
• contribute to the planning and management of projects in a timely and effective way and review project performance and identify opportunities for improvement
• use excellent stakeholder engagement skills to liaise with internal and external stakeholders and manage projects collaboratively
• work collaboratively within a multi-disciplinary, geographically diverse environment and operate as an effective team member
• contribute to shaping the culture of the ACMA and its capability for the future.