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The Policy Analyst is responsible for researching and developing policy advice on key issues associated with youth mental health and the need for early intervention. This advice will inform policymaking within government and the youth mental health sector.
Reporting to the Manager, Policy you will:

• Identify policy issues, service and sector contexts and relevant evidence.
• Draft advice, brief and reports.
• Identify and engage experts and key stakeholders to inform your work.
• Support the wider objectives of the Government Relations and Policy group.

What you’ll need

You are passionate, energetic and determined to make a difference to the mental health and wellbeing of young people. The following criteria must be met for consideration for this position:

• Tertiary qualification(s) in Political Sciences, Public Policy, Social Sciences, or a related discipline.
• Understand the policy process within government.
• Identify and comprehend relevant evidence and data.
• Experience liaising with experts and stakeholders.
• Ability to write well in a range of formats.
• Work independently and respond constructively to feedback.

What you’ll get in return

• $90,000 base salary + 11% super + access to $15,900 NFP salary packaging
• Support to develop in the role and identify development opportunities.
• A flexible working policy, Employee Assistance Program, and Parental leave.

Orygen – leading the revolution

Imagine a future with unlimited potential. A future where every young person enjoys optimal mental health as they grow into adulthood.

At Orygen, this is our life’s work, because we passionately believe it’s what all young people deserve.

Every step of the way, young people and families are at the heart of everything we do. Always.

Through world-leading research that creates change. Through pioneering reform that delivers real-world practical solutions.

At Orygen, that’s the future we’re creating right now. To do it, we have revolution in mind.

Join the revolution

If you’re keen to join Orygen and be part of our team challenging the status quo and reshaping the future for young people, apply now.

For more information and to review the position description, please see the attachment below.

Applications will remain open until closing date, unless a suitable candidate is found sooner.

Orygen is committed to providing diverse, equitable and inclusive environments for Staff and anyone connected to Orygen. We strive to continue building a culturally safe workplace where our values underpin the way we work and our commitment to First Nations people of Australia, young people and their families, people with disabilities, LGBTIQA+ people and CALD communities. We strongly encourage applications from the First Nations people.

Orygen is a child-safe organisation and is committed to promoting and protecting the safety and well-being of all young people and embedding safeguarding practices into all our programs and services.

All employment appointments are subject to holding a valid working with children check, successful police check and having at least three COVID-19 vaccinations.