Policy Adviser
Provide support to AMA policy working groups & the AMA President through the analysis & development of AMA policy positions & briefings
Summary about this job
Policy
Company: Australian Medical Association
Location: ACT
Work type: Full Time
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Phone: +61-2-6303-1255
Fax: +61-3-4932-1320
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Detail information about job Policy Adviser. Terms and conditions vacancy
- Join the AMA, a leading advocacy group promoting Australia's Health
- Develop your policy skills and provide advice on a range of public health issues
- A challenging and varied role with scope for growth
The Opportunity
Advance your career with one of Australia's eminent organisations with a high profile brand and a mission of Leading Australia's Doctors and Promoting Australia's Health.
In joining the Federal Secretariat of the Australian Medical Association (AMA), you will work with the Public Health team who are responsible for a range of policy responses to pubic health issues of national importance.
Reporting to the Director Public Health, you will conduct research and contribute to policy development, as well as provide policy advice and advocacy on current issues on population and community health including prevention, substance abuse, nutrition, obesity, gender and life-stage health issues and Indigenous health. This role is responsible for managing discrete projects and campaigns within this remit and is based in Barton, Canberra.
What it Takes
We are looking for degree qualified candidates who have good research and analytical skills with a flair for writing. You will support AMA policy working groups and the AMA President through the development of AMA position statements, briefings and the initiation of related advocacy and lobbying activities.
An ability to work to tight and sometimes shifting timelines, using initiative and displaying sound problem solving skills is essential.
You will also need:
- an interest in and understanding of the health issues facing Australians.
- strong written skills to produce concise and incisive reports, positions and media related materials.
- to demonstrate your ability to work independently, as well as part of a small team, and support collaborative relationships with a range of stakeholders.
- good knowledge of parliamentary processes.
- excellent computer literacy in the Microsoft Office suite and capacity to learn new software packages to support our work.
The Organisation
The AMA is the most influential membership organisation in Australia representing medical practitioners and medical students and exists to promote and protect the interests of doctors and the health care needs of patients and communities, while supporting members with services and opportunities.
Situated in the parliamentary triangle the AMA is close to the centre of Canberra and easily accessed via public transport, with great local amenities, park land and excellent coffee options.
To apply for this role please submit a cover letter addressing the selection criteria and an up to date resume through SEEK.
For further information or for a confidential discussion in respect of this role please contact Jamie Snashall, Director Public Health on 02 6270 5449.
For a position description please email Jill Scanlon, HR Coordinator, on [email protected]
Please do not send applications to this email address.
Remuneration for this role will be determined after assessment of relevant skills, experience and qualifications.
Closing Date for Applications - 4 pm Monday 30 July 2018.