The Australian Human Rights Commission based in the heart of Sydney CBD, is excited to announce several positions available within our team. We offer flexible hybrid and remote work options to suit your lifestyle.

Please note this advertisement is to fill several positions for both ongoing and non-ongoing opportunities for APS5 Policy Officers and APS5 Project Research Officers.

These full-time, ongoing and non-ongoing positions offer a competitive salary range of $80,634 up to $88,798 pa per annum plus 15.4% superannuation.

About Us

The Australian Human Rights Commission (the Commission) is Australia’s national human rights institution, dedicated to fostering a society where human rights are upheld, protected, and celebrated. We envision an Australia where every individual is valued equally in dignity and rights.

Our mission involves promoting and safeguarding the human rights of all Australians by:

• Advising all levels of government and various public and private organisations.
• Strengthening laws, policies, and practices while providing accessible investigation and conciliation services.
• Engaging inclusively with civil society, communities, and the private sector.
• Raising awareness about human rights and offering educational resources.
• Collaborating with partners to cultivate a culture of respect for human rights across the nation.

The Race Discrimination Team is at the forefront of promoting equality and inclusivity through our National Anti-Racism Strategy. We lead impactful policy initiatives, public awareness campaigns, and educational programs designed to create a more just society.

Join Our Team as an APS5 Project Research Officer – University Study, Race Discrimination Team!

Join our team under the guidance of the Director of the Study into the Prevalence and Impact of Racism in Australian Universities. In this critical role, you will support the development and implementation of an urgent research study that examines the prevalence, nature, and impact of racism within Australian universities. Your work will help shed light on this important issue and contribute to meaningful change in higher education.

**Please refer to the attached Position Descriptions for specific duties relevant to the Policy Officers and the Project Research Officers.**

What You’ll Do

• Public Awareness & Education: Collaborate to design and implement national anti-racism initiatives. Engage communities through robust consultation strategies grounded in human rights.
• Research & Analysis: Contribute to best practice research and analysis and assist in preparing high-quality research reports and engagement materials.
• Project Management: Support the project team to meet key milestones and ensure effective delivery and/or.
• Policy development: Support policy initiatives to effectively implement the National Anti-Racism Framework (depending on which role you are applying for).
• Stakeholder Engagement: Build and maintain strategic relationships with internal and external stakeholders. Work closely with subject matter experts and external suppliers to enhance project outcomes.
• Strategic Direction: Work within a high-performing team that values collaboration. Demonstrate sound judgment, problem-solving skills, and adaptability to changing demands.

What We’re Looking For:

• Knowledge & Experience: A strong understanding of race, racism, and anti-racism, as well as the historical and contemporary issues affecting Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples. Experience in policy development and/or public awareness initiatives and/or research is highly regarded.
• Communication Skills: Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to convey complex information clearly and sensitively to diverse audiences, including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander communities.
• Qualifications: Tertiary qualifications in a relevant discipline or equivalent professional experience. First Nations people and those from other negatively racialised backgrounds are strongly encouraged to apply.

Why Join Us?

This is your chance to make a tangible difference in the fight against racism. You'll work with a dedicated team committed to promoting equality and respect across Australia.

If you’re ready to contribute to meaningful change, we want to hear from you!

Notes

We strongly encourage First Nations people and individuals from other negatively racialised backgrounds to apply.

We value inclusivity and diversity and seek people who support and model the behaviours we promote in our workforce. We strongly encourage applications from First Nations Australians, mature workers, people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds, culturally and marginalised communities, carers, LGBTIQA+ and people with disability.

Under section 22(8) of the Public Service Act 1999, employees must be Australian citizens to be employed in the Australian Public Service (APS).

The Commission is committed to providing an accessible, inclusive work environment to enable people with a disability to participate fully in all aspects of employment. Applicants are encouraged to request reasonable adjustment as required to assist your participation in this recruitment process.

The merit pool established through this selection process, which is valid for a period of eighteen months from the date the vacancy was advertised in the Public Service Gazette, may also be used to fill future ongoing and non-ongoing vacancies in the Commission where the duties are of a similar nature.

How to Apply

To apply, please click "Apply Now" and submit your resume along with a statement (maximum 2 pages) detailing your interest in this position, relevant experience, and the skills you bring to the role. Please identify which position(s) you wish to be considered for in your statement.

Successful candidates will demonstrate an ability to fulfil the role's requirements impartially and respectfully, in line with the APS Code of Conduct, while upholding the integrity of the Australian Human Rights Commission. Background checks, including character and social media reviews, will be conducted as part of the selection process.

For more Information

Information about the role and Commission practices may be sought from Catherine Duff, Director, Race Discrimination Team via email [email protected] using the subject line: Project Research Officers - University Study, Race Discrimination Team enquiry via EthicalJobs.

A position description is attached.