Help Shape the Future of Mental Health Reform in Tasmania Are you passionate about creating meaningful change in mental health systems? Do you have strong policy, research, and project coordination skills, combined with lived experience of mental health challenges? We are seeking a Policy & Project Officer to join our team and help drive consumer-led mental health reform across Tasmania and nationally. About the Role As our Policy & Project Officer, you will lead policy development, systemic advocacy, and project coordination that strengthens consumer participation and influences mental health policy and service reform. You will work closely with consumers, stakeholders, government, and sector partners to ensure lived experience perspectives are at the centre of decision-making. This role also coordinates our contribution to the National Mental Health Consumer Alliance , ensuring Tasmanian consumer voices are represented in national conversations and reform initiatives. What You'll Be Doing Developing policy submissions, position papers, and advocacy materials. Gathering and analysing consumer feedback through consultations, surveys, and advisory groups. Coordinating projects that support organisational priorities and funding outcomes. Supporting Tasmanian participation in national mental health advocacy. Building strong relationships across government, community, and the mental health sector. Developing reports, briefing papers, and evidence-based recommendations. Contributing to organisational strategy, continuous improvement, and consumer participation initiatives. About You We're looking for someone who brings: Experience in policy development, research, advocacy, or project coordination. Strong analytical and written communication skills. Experience engaging stakeholders and facilitating consultation processes. An understanding of mental health systems, reform, or community services. The ability to manage competing priorities and work collaboratively. A lived experience of mental health challenges and a commitment to consumer-led approaches. Desirable experience includes working with consumer advisory structures, contributing to advocacy initiatives, and knowledge of Tasmanian or national mental health sectors. Why Join Us? This is an opportunity to: Influence mental health policy and system reform. Ensure consumer voices drive decision-making. Contribute to national advocacy and reform efforts. Work in a values-driven organisation committed to lived-experience leadership. Be part of a collaborative and supportive team making a real difference. Position Details Position: Policy & Project Officer Classification: SCHADS Award Level 5 Hours: 0.8 FTE Reporting to: Operations Manager If you're passionate about advancing consumer participation and helping shape a more responsive mental health system, we'd love to hear from you. Apply now and be part of creating lasting change in Tasmania and beyond. How to Apply? Visit our website https://www.mhlet.org.au/get-involved at "Work for Us" view the Position Description Email you resume and cover letter addressing the Key Selection Criteria to mhlet.org.au Please note applications will only be considered if the Key Selection Criteria are addressed. If you have any questions, feel free to call our office on 03 6223 1. Applications close 21st July 2026
