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. 

Ahpra is committed to providing a culturally safe work environment that reflects the diversity of the communities in which we operate and serve. 

This is a Full time, permanent position to be based in Melbourne.

About the role

The Nursing and Midwifery policy team provides profession specific leadership across governance, policy, and engagement. The team works in partnership with the Nursing and Midwifery Board of Australia and collaboratively with key partners including the Australian Nursing and Midwifery Accreditation Council.

Reporting to the Executive Officer, the Senior Policy Manager, Nursing and Midwifery is responsible for managing a team of policy professionals, who collaborate with key internal and key external stakeholders in developing and delivering regulatory policy initiatives with strategic and/or operational outcomes for the National Board and Ahpra.  Operating with a high level of independence, this leadership role operates in a complex and sensitive environment and success requires the exercise of professional judgement and expert knowledge to provide critical advice to the National Board and Ahpra.

The Senior Policy Manager is a member of the Nursing and Midwifery leadership team working collaboratively with the Executive Officer and other team leaders to create a positive work environment where team members are enabled to achieve their potential and a culture that is values led and focussed on strategic and operational delivery.

About you

An experienced leader with extensive experience in in regulatory policy development, implementation and insights in a complex stakeholder environment.

As an individual you are resilient, solution focused and able to recognise and resolve critical and sensitive regulatory policy issues and provide high level, authoritative advice. You must be an excellent communicator who can build and maintain effective relationships and networks with internal and external stakeholders. You will enjoy problem-solving, collaboration and driving continuous improvement. You will also have the ability to lead people effectively, foster an inclusive team culture and deliver tangible outcomes. 

You embody our values of Respect, Integrity, Collaboration and Achievement which in turn builds on the trust and credibility you will develop with key stakeholders. A deep understanding of the nursing and midwifery professions specifically in relation to health practitioner regulation is ideal. 

 Some interstate travel is required for this role.

You can read more in the attached role description: Senior Policy Manager, Nursing and Midwifery.

What we offer:

• Work/life balance with the flexibility to work both in the office (40%) and at home (60%)– the best of both worlds
• A friendly and supportive working culture
• Discounted health insurance with Medibank Private
• Sophisticated open plan work spaces in a central location

To apply:

• Click ‘Apply now’ to submit your application. Email applications will not be accepted.
• Your application must include a cover letter, current resume and maximum 2 page document addressing the ‘Experience’ section of the Role 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 contact Recruitment team via email at [email protected] using the subject line: Senior Policy Manager - Nursing and Midwifery enquiry via EthicalJobs. 

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

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

Ahpra requires all employees to comply with Ahpra policies, including the Flexible working policy.

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, Ahpra is committed to achieving a diverse workforce and strongly encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people as well as those who may experience diversity or disability related barriers in securing during this time, the employment.  If you have any support or access requirements, we encourage you to advise us at time of application.

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

With respect, no agencies please.