WHO WE ARE:
Audiology Australia is the peak professional association representing audiologists in Australia. Established in 1968, it has a current membership of over 3,700 audiologists representing approximately 97% of the profession. Audiology Australia’s mission is to give value to its members as the peak professional body in audiology by providing education, advocacy, and setting ethical standards of practice, to ensure audiologists are able to deliver the highest standards of hearing health care and are valued by the community for their services. The profession of audiology is self-regulating, and Audiology Australia strives to help our members achieve the highest standards when delivering services to their clients.

Note: AudA is the current accrediting body however the profession is undergoing significant change with Ahpra registration expected by 2031.

WHAT WE ARE LOOKING FOR:
Audiology Australia seeks a motivated and capable professional to support its Policy and Advocacy function and contribute to outcomes for the audiology profession. We are looking for an organised and analytical individual with an interest in health policy, professional standards and regulatory reform.

The successful applicant will support the delivery of policy and project work across a range of strategic priorities. Working closely with the Policy and Advocacy Manager, you will contribute to policy development, research, stakeholder engagement and project coordination activities.

You will support work relating to professional standards, scope of practice, policy and emerging issues impacting the profession, including preparation for the transition to regulation.

You will be part of a small team based at the National Office in North Melbourne, offering a hybrid working arrangement.

Audiology Australia is an equal opportunity employer and provides a flexible and supportive working environment.

Position Responsibilities
Reporting to the Policy and Advocacy Manager, this role will see you involved in, but not limited to:

• Supporting the development, review and implementation of professional standards, guidelines and position statements
• Assisting with policy research and analysis on issues relevant to the audiology profession
• Contributing to projects relating to scope of practice, competency frameworks and professional practice resources
• Preparing briefs, reports, consultation papers and correspondence for internal and external stakeholders
• Supporting stakeholder consultation processes, including coordination of working groups and committees
• Providing secretariat support for relevant committees and project groups
• Assisting with project planning, coordination and tracking of deliverables across multiple initiatives
• Monitoring developments in the health, regulatory and policy environment and identifying implications for members
• Supporting engagement with key stakeholders including government, academia and the broader health sector
• Undertaking general policy and project work as required

KEY SELECTION CRITERIA
Required

• Experience in policy, project or program support roles
• Strong research and analytical skills, with the ability to synthesise complex information
• Experience preparing written materials for a range of audiences (e.g. briefs, reports, consultation documents)
• Excellent organisational and time-management skills, with the ability to manage competing priorities
• Strong stakeholder engagement and communication skills
• Ability to work collaboratively in a small team environment, as well as independently
• Sound judgement and problem-solving capability

Desirable

• Experience working in a health, regulatory or professional association environment
• Familiarity with professional standards, scope of practice or competency frameworks
• Relevant tertiary qualification in policy, health, public administration, education or a related field
• Experience supporting committees or governance processes

Additional Information
This is a 12 month contract position at 0.8 EFT, based in Melbourne. The role is hybrid and has one office day requirement, subject to change.

Salary range is $95,000 EFT.

Other benefits include

• Ongoing professional development opportunities
• The opportunity to request flexible working arrangements
• Comprehensive Employee Assistance Program
• Gifted leave over the Christmas break, and a day off on your birthday.

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