Job description
EL1 Policy and Program Manager – Accommodation
Sydney CBD – Hybrid flexibility
12-month contract with view to extension
EL1 Labour Hire Casual Rates: $77-88.35 per hour + super
We are seeking an experienced EL1 Policy and Program Manager to support aged care accommodation policy within a Federal Government environment. This role sits within the Aged Care Policy Branch and focuses on delivering high-quality policy, program and legislative outcomes under the Aged Care Act.
The Role
You will manage aged care accommodation policy activities, including the assessment of applications, and provide expert advice to senior stakeholders and statutory decision-makers. The role requires strong analytical capability, sound judgement and the ability to manage competing priorities.
Key Responsibilities
About You
Desirable
To Apply
Applicants must be Australian Citizens and able to obtain a National Police Check.
Please APPLY NOW with your resume and expression of interest in MS Word format, or contact Karen on 02 9200 3677 for further information
Applicants new to DFP may be asked to provide additional information including work rights status via a survey link – if requested, we ask that you provide this information in order to expedite your application.
DFP welcomes applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, people with diverse cultural and linguistic backgrounds and people with disability. In addition, DFP will provide reasonable adjustments for individuals with disability throughout the recruitment process. If you identify as a person with disability and require adjustments to the application, recruitment, selection and/or assessment process, please advise via adjustments@dfp.com.au or 1300 337 000 and indicate your preferred method of communication (email, phone, text) so we can keep in touch and meet your accessibility needs.
By clicking 'apply', you give consent that DFP may use your personal information to process your job application and to contact you for future employment opportunities. For further information on how DFP process your personal information please review the DFP Information Collection and Privacy Policy via https://www.dfp.com.au/about-us-1/policies. Do not submit any sensitive personal information in your resume.
Sydney CBD – Hybrid flexibility
12-month contract with view to extension
EL1 Labour Hire Casual Rates: $77-88.35 per hour + super
We are seeking an experienced EL1 Policy and Program Manager to support aged care accommodation policy within a Federal Government environment. This role sits within the Aged Care Policy Branch and focuses on delivering high-quality policy, program and legislative outcomes under the Aged Care Act.
The Role
You will manage aged care accommodation policy activities, including the assessment of applications, and provide expert advice to senior stakeholders and statutory decision-makers. The role requires strong analytical capability, sound judgement and the ability to manage competing priorities.
Key Responsibilities
- Deliver timely, high-quality policy and program outcomes across aged care accommodation activities.
- Assess RAD applications in line with legislative and policy requirements.
- Analyse complex data and information to support delegate decision-making.
- Prepare ministerial briefs, committee papers, reports and correspondence.
- Produce regular reporting for executive and governance bodies.
- Develop and review policies, procedures and legislative frameworks.
- Design education and communication materials to support compliant RAD applications.
- Support the Director with delivery of the branch work program.
- Build and manage effective relationships with internal and external stakeholders.
- Contribute to agency-wide planning and reporting documents.
About You
- Demonstrated experience delivering complex policy or program work to deadlines.
- Strong analytical, problem-solving and communication skills.
- Proven stakeholder engagement, negotiation and influencing capability.
- Ability to work independently while contributing collaboratively.
- Sound understanding of governance frameworks and APS values.
Desirable
- Policy development experience at a national or state level, ideally in aged care or health.
- Understanding of business, commercial or financial aspects of the aged care system.
To Apply
Applicants must be Australian Citizens and able to obtain a National Police Check.
Please APPLY NOW with your resume and expression of interest in MS Word format, or contact Karen on 02 9200 3677 for further information
Applicants new to DFP may be asked to provide additional information including work rights status via a survey link – if requested, we ask that you provide this information in order to expedite your application.
DFP welcomes applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, people with diverse cultural and linguistic backgrounds and people with disability. In addition, DFP will provide reasonable adjustments for individuals with disability throughout the recruitment process. If you identify as a person with disability and require adjustments to the application, recruitment, selection and/or assessment process, please advise via adjustments@dfp.com.au or 1300 337 000 and indicate your preferred method of communication (email, phone, text) so we can keep in touch and meet your accessibility needs.
By clicking 'apply', you give consent that DFP may use your personal information to process your job application and to contact you for future employment opportunities. For further information on how DFP process your personal information please review the DFP Information Collection and Privacy Policy via https://www.dfp.com.au/about-us-1/policies. Do not submit any sensitive personal information in your resume.
