Office of the Children’s Guardian Senior Policy Officer Exciting opportunity to make a real impact in shaping the future of the Office of the Children’s Guardian. Join our high performing Executive Office, a dedicated team who play a key role in driving the OCG’s policy initiatives and Government commitments.\ A supportive and collaborative team culture committed to diversity and inclusion in the workplace. 12 month temporary role opportunity located at Strawberry Hills with flexible working arrangements. Clerk Grade 9/10 - $120,859 - $133,183 (plus employer's contribution to superannuation and annual leave loading). We strongly encourage Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander applicants to apply. Cultural supervision is available. About the Office of Children’s Guardian The Office of the Children’s Guardian (OCG) upholds NSW children and young people’s right to be safe by overseeing, regulating and monitoring organisations and individuals that provide services to children. We are guided by our values of integrity, trust, service, accountability, respect and empathy. To find out more about the Office of the Children’s Guardian, visit our website. About the role The Senior Policy Officer role provides strategic and policy advice as well as managing and coordinating the development and implementation of a range of policy initiatives that support the OCG and Government commitments. The senior policy officer will also support prorities of the Children’s Guardian and Aboriginal Assistant Guardian. We are seeking a motivated and resilient employee to perform the following: Research, analyse and review complex policy issues, identifying emerging issues, developing evidence-based options, and recommended solutions to resolve problems and mitigate risks. Provide expert policy advice and information to relevant stakeholders to facilitate the appropriate interpretation and implementation of policies and support Agency and/or Government policy initiatives. Build and maintain relationships with key stakeholders, facilitating their engagement in, and contribution to, the identification and development of policy solutions and to inform policy decision making. Support legislative reform processes, including engagement with diverse stakeholders, particularly Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander communities and consultants. Key knowledge and experience Excellent analytical, verbal and written communication skills Policy experience and/or project management experience in a social policy setting Community engagement experience is desirable Essential Requirements Appropriate tertiary qualifications or demonstrated, relevant, equivalent professional experience. All roles within the Office of the Children's Guardian are required to have a current Working with Children check. Employment at the Office of the Children’s Guardian is subject to the satisfactory completion of security and vetting checks. For further information about the role, please view the role description . Our commitment to Diversity We welcome and encourage applications from people across our diverse community, especially from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander applicants. We believe everyone has the right to feel safe, respected, valued and heard regardless of their gender, sexual orientation, ethnicity or disability. The OCG encourages applications from people with disability and will provide reasonable adjustments in our recruitment processes and in the workplace. If you require an adjustment in the recruitment process, please contact the OCG People and Culture team on (02) 8219 3661 or OCG.HR@ocg.nsw.gov.au and advise of your preferred method of communication. How to apply When applying you will need to attach: a cover letter (maximum 2 pages) an up-to-date resume (maximum 4 pages) in either Word or PDF format responses addressing the two targeted questions below (of no more than one page in total). We are looking for you to demonstrate your competence in the focus capabilities as outlined in the role description, so please develop your response with this in mind. Targeted questions Provide an example of a complex policy area or project that you were responsible for delivering. Outline how you resolved contentious issues and managed competing priorities to deliver the project. What do you consider were the key factors in the successful management of the policy or project? Note: the selection process will include a range of assessment techniques to assist in determining your suitability for the role. We encourage you to please contact Rochelle Baughan via email: rochelle.baughan@ocg.nsw.gov.au to organise a time to discuss the role. Applications closing date: Monday, 15 September 2025 at 10:00am. A talent pool may be created through this recruitment process. A talent pool is a group of applicants who have been assessed and identified as suitable for this role, and who may be considered for a range of similar roles, including temporary, term or ongoing roles, over the next 18 months.
