Policy & Advocacy Officer

at  The Royal Australasian College of Physicians

Posted: 26/03/2024
Closing Date: 10/04/2024
Job Type: Permanent - Full Time
Location: Sydney CBD
Job Category: Research, Writing & Content Development

ABOUT THE ROLES

The P&A team develops health related policies, leads the College’s advocacy initiatives, and provides advice on policy so that the College is actively engaged in health policy debate and is positioned to influence medical and health policy in Australia and New Zealand, as it affects the Fellows and trainees, patients and communities that they serve.
You will work as part of the P&A team in the research, analysis, development, dissemination and implementation of health policies, positions and projects that reflect the priorities of the College and its members. You will also develop policy responses to the policy, political and professional issues relevant to physicians and trainee physicians. You will also support and work with Fellows and trainees to harness their expertise and experience to develop compelling, relevant and timely health policies.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES INCLUDE:

• Develop policies, position statements, advocacy materials (including submissions and letters), briefs, background papers and advice based on input and advice from College Fellow and Trainees and other stakeholder engagement
• Develop and implement policy, advocacy and communication strategies to support College priorities
• Monitoring key policy & advocacy issues and developments within areas of responsibility
• Research the evidence, literature base and external commentary on various health related topics
• Participate in the provision of rapid responses to health policy issues as they arise
• Develop persuasive and engaging written materials
• Project co-ordination to meet project timelines
• Build effective relationships with key stakeholders; across the College and with external organisations
• Provide advice to Policy and Advocacy Managers and staff, and senior management as required
• Remain up-to-date and well informed on policy matters that might affect the College or its members
• Other tasks required by the Policy and Advocacy Department as identified by Managers, GM or EGM of Policy & Advocacy