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Senior Policy Officer

Senior Policy Officer

The Royal Australian College of General Practitioners • Melbourne, AU
4 days ago
Job description

The Royal Australian College of General Practitioners – East Melbourne VIC

  • Join a supportive team where your voice is heard, and your ideas matter.
  • Do work that truly matters by supporting the backbone of our health system.
  • Fixed term opportunity until 24 September 2027, Flexible location

About the Opportunity

As Senior Policy Advisor, you’ll report to the Program Manager, Funding, Reform and Regulation, developing policy advice, submissions and position statements on health system reform and general practice funding. You’ll work with internal and external stakeholders to advocate for a strong, sustainable general practice sector.

As our Senior Policy Officer, you’ll also:

  • Develop high-quality policy advice, submissions, position statements, briefings and resources on general practice funding and health system reform.
  • Monitor policy and regulatory developments, analysing data and research to identify emerging issues and opportunities for general practice.
  • Collaborate with RACGP teams, expert committees, members, government and external stakeholders to develop effective policy responses and resources.
  • Advocate for sustainable, accessible general practice by contributing evidence-based policy that supports GPs, practices and better patient outcomes.

Skills & Experience

  • Experience developing policy advice, submissions and position statements on relevant policy or sector issues.
  • Strong research, analytical and data skills, with the ability to translate complex information into clear advice and resources.
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with experience building relationships and collaborating with diverse stakeholders.
  • A relevant tertiary qualification or equivalent experience, with a commitment to evidence-based policy and continuous improvement.

Benefits of working for us:

At the RACGP, we believe in looking after the people who support and champion Australia’s general practitioners. We’ve built a collaborative environment that gives you the trust, flexibility and balance you need to do your best work and thrive.

You’ll also enjoy a range of benefits, including:

  • Boost your take-home pay: Access up to $15,900 tax-free, plus meal, entertainment, novated lease and pre-tax electric vehicle options.
  • Flexible hybrid work: Work in a way that supports balance, connection and role requirements.
  • Extra paid leave: Enjoy end-of-year closure leave and additional paid leave options.
  • Continuous career growth: Tailored training, dedicated leadership excellence programs, and unlimited access to LinkedIn Learning.
  • Health and wellbeing: Free, confidential coaching and counselling through our Employee Assistance Program (EAP), plus up to 50% off gym, fitness and wellbeing programs through WhereFit.

Strengthening general practice for a healthier Australia

As Australia’s leading professional member college for GPs, the RACGP educates and advocates for 50,000+ doctors at the heart of every community. By joining our team, your daily work will reach into the lives of everyone who walks into a consultation, keeping the backbone of our healthcare system strong and world-class.

In return, you’ll find genuinely interesting work, diverse opportunities to grow, and a flexible, purpose-driven team that respects your life outside of work. Are you ready to take your place in the future of health?

you will need valid right-to-work rights in Australia to apply

We value diversity and encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, people with disability, and people from diverse backgrounds. If you need support or adjustments during the recruitment process, please let us know so we can support you.

The RACGP acknowledges the Traditional Custodians of the land and waterways in which we work and live. We recognise their continuing connection to land, water and culture, and pay our respects to Elders past, present and emerging.

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