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The Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency (Ahpra) works in partnership with 15 National Boards to implement the national regulatory scheme for health professionals. The purpose of health practitioner regulation is to protect the public by ensuring that only health practitioners who have the skills, qualifications, and knowledge to provide safe care are registered.

The Senior Policy and Project Officer, reporting to the Senior Policy Manager, plays a key role in supporting the Nursing and Midwifery Board of Australia (NMBA) and its Committees in their regulatory functions. Working as part of a team led by the Executive Officer, Nursing and Midwifery, the role focuses on researching, developing, and refining policies, standards, and guidelines relating to the regulation of registered nurses, enrolled nurses and midwives.

Multiple full-time opportunities are available, including:

• two permanent and
• one fixed term (12mth) with opportunity to include a midwifery policy portfolio,

with applications open to candidates in any city with an Ahpra office location.

In this role you will:

• Collaborate with the Senior Policy Manager, Nursing and Midwifery and broader Nursing & Midwifery team to achieve the NMBA regulatory plan.
• Lead and support policy development, review, and evaluation using a risk-based approach.
• Engage with internal and external stakeholders to ensure comprehensive consultation and input, gather data, and assess the impact of policies, standards, and guidelines.
• Conduct research to support the National Board’s policy and professional decisions, and provide timely, accurate advice on new policies, standards, or guidelines.
• Represent the work of the NMBA in working groups, committees, and conferences, including presenting when needed
• Provide secretariat support by preparing papers, agendas, and meeting materials for NMBA, subcommittees, and working groups, including documenting decisions and actions, and ensuring follow-through.
• Coordinate reports, correspondence, and submissions to ensure timely and effective meeting outcomes.
• Foster a positive team culture within the nursing and midwifery team while aligning with Ahpra’s values of Respect, Integrity, Collaboration, and Achievement.

Please review the attached position description;   Senior Policy and Project Officer, Nursing and Midwifery (CL7) - March 25.docx

As the ideal candidate, you will demonstrate the following:

• Bachelor’s degree in a relevant area of expertise 
• Considerable experience in the development of health policy advice, ideally relating to health practitioner regulation.
• Well-developed conceptual and analytical skills, preferably with experience working in a regulatory environment.
• Sophisticated written and verbal communication skills
• Sound understanding of project management methodology.
• Experience working as a nurse or midwife or working within the health system /sector

What we offer:

• Hybrid working environment, 2 office days /3 at home 
• 17.5% leave loading 
• You will receive a company laptop and working from home kit. 
• Professional development opportunities, including LinkedIn licenses 
• Inclusive and supportive colleagues, enjoy coming to work and collaborating with your team 
• Salary packaging arrangements, including novated leasing and education expenses 
• Discounted private health insurance and discounted gym membership 
• Attractive salary of $129,526 per annum ($135,031 post 7 July 2025) plus superannuation 

To apply:

• Click ‘Apply for this job’ to submit your application.
• Your application must include a resume and a cover letter outlining your skills and experience relevant to the requirements in the position description
• Applicants must be an Australian Citizen, Permanent Resident or hold a valid work permit or visa. Work eligibility will be checked as part of the recruitment process
• For any queries or a confidential discussion regarding this position, please email recruitment@ahpra.gov.au
• Closing Date: 11.30pm AEST on Sunday 13 April 2025

Please note applications will be screened and shortlisted during the advertising period.  Should we receive suitable candidates during this time, the advertising period will cease.  

Offer of employment is subject to successful background (pre-employment screening) and Criminal History checks.

Ahpra acknowledges the Traditional Owners of Country throughout Australia and the continuing connection to lands, waters and communities. We pay our respects to Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander cultures and Elders past, present and emerging.

Ahpra is an equal opportunity employer committed to providing a working environment that embraces and values diversity and inclusion. We strongly encourage people of all abilities to apply, particularly people of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander heritage, and those who may experience diversity or disability related barriers in securing employment.  If you have any support or access requirements, we encourage you to advise us at time of application.

With respect, no agencies please.