Projects and Policy Officer

• Maximum term position offered on a full time/part time basis to 31 August 2028, based at our Little Collins Street Office 
• Annual salary is $87,354 + 12% super
• Other benefits include:
• Regular performance feedback and performance review process
• Supportive environment and caring work culture with work/life balance
• Cultural Diversity
• Salary packaging (Full FBT employer) including: superannuation, Novated Leases, laptops, mobile phones, professional development, subscriptions and memberships, and briefcases
• Flare Employee Discounts Program
• 17.5% Annual Leave Loading
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

AMES Australia acknowledges the traditional custodians of the lands and waters where we live and work. We pay respect to their elders past, present and emerging. 

*AMES Australia offers cultural, ceremonial, and representative leave to support Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander employees in observing significant cultural practices, attending community meetings and ceremonies, and fulfilling official duties with the First Peoples’ Assembly of Victoria.

About the role:

If successful, you will be responsibile for facilitating and collaborating on a range of projects within the Knowledge Centre, while undertaking applied research to support policy responses, and contribute to specific 
projects with limited direction. You will also contribute to tender bids and for small grants. 

To be considered for this role, you will be able to demonstrate the following key selection criteria:

• A relevant Degree in Social Science or related field and/or with a research component; and experience in writing for external audiences
• Skills and successful experience in undertaking small applied research projects and / or contributing as part of a research team to large projects and tender/grant submissions
• Excellent demonstrated project management and organisational skills including capacity to consult, collaborate, plan, action, review and improve and to complete deliverables on time and to a high standard
• Excellent writing skills to produce clear, concise and well organised reports and submissions for a range of purposes and audiences
• Ability to design and undertake qualitative and quantitative research including experience in use of data analysis software
• Demonstrated successful analytical skills with an ability to think strategically in a fast-paced environment
• Excellent interpersonal and verbal communication skills including the ability to engage effectively with a range of internal and external stakeholders
• Demonstrated ability to oversee and support the effective work of volunteers and interns
• Ability to work independently and flexibly to achieve results in fluid policy contexts as well as contribute to a team
• Capacity and willingness to learn new skills and incorporate new knowledge and work in new areas
• Demonstrated positive values of integrity, reliability, teamwork and professionalism consistent with the AMES Australia Vision and Mission and demonstrated commitment to quality and continuous improvement principles

Applications for this position will be accepted up to 5 PM on Wednesday 19 August 2026, however interviews and/or other selection processes will commence as suitable applications are received.

To apply for this position please submit:

• Your current resume
• Cover letter addressing the key selection criteria outlined above

About us

AMES Australia is a statutory authority which specialises in the delivery of education, training, employment, settlement and community services to a culturally and linguistically diverse (CALD) client base.

AMES Australia is committed to achieving a diverse workforce and strongly encourages applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islanders, people from culturally diverse backgrounds and people with disabilities.

For more information about our commitment to Diversity and Inclusion please click here.

AMES Australia is an Equal Opportunity Employer and abides by the Occupational Health and Safety Act.  Applicants must have the right to work in Australia. All offers of employment are subject to a satisfactory police check and provision of a current Working with Children Check (where required for position).

AMES Australia's Values are: Responsiveness, Integrity, Impartiality, Accountability, Respect, Leadership, Human Rights.

Attachments:
- Projects_Policy Officer FINAL Jan23 J201439 v8.pdf