Role Highlights
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Convenient CBD location
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Flexible working arrangements available
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Be part of a team that drives inclusion initiatives for DHS
Here at the Department of Human Services (DHS), we strive to deliver modern programs, services and policy that strengthen communities and enable South Australians to actively participate in community life. With people at the heart of what we do and a commitment to child safety, ageing well and supporting people with disability, we work to increase inclusion, independence and decision-making, and help our communities when it matters most.
About the Business
Our Disability Policy and Reform Directorate leads South Australia's disability inclusion agenda, overseeing legislation and strategic policy and working with lived experience networks, the disability sector and governments to advance reform, inclusion and rights for people with disability. This includes working with the Commonwealth and other government departments on the reform of the NDIS.
Role Details
The Briefings and Business Support Coordinator is a role within Disability Policy and Reform and is accountable to the Business and Project Support Manager for:
Coordination of briefings, ministerial responses and reporting for Ministers and the Chief Executive and appropriate recording and monitoring of responses.
Providing executive and administrative support to the Director and broader Disability Policy and Reform Directorate and contributing to a range of activities to support the development and implementation of various policy and strategy initiatives including undertaking data collection, research and preparing reports or correspondence.
Special Conditions
National Police Check required.
Role Status: Term up to 05/04/2028.
Attachments:
Contact Us
Enquiries to Nikki Willox, Manager State Disability Policy
8429 7019
Diversity And Inclusion
DHS is committed to making our services and workplaces safe and inclusive for all people and ensuring the
full diversity of the communities we serve are represented in our workforce, including Aboriginal and Torres
Strait Islander people, people with disability and/or neurodivergence, young people, older people,
culturally and linguistically diverse people, LGBTIQA+ and gender diverse people.
We are committed to making reasonable adjustments to provide a positive, barrier-free recruitment process.
If you require assistance with this process,
please contact us at dhsrecruitment@sa.gov.au and a member of the team will get back to you.
The South Australian public sector promotes diversity and flexible ways of working, including part time.
Applicants are encouraged to discuss flexible working arrangements for this role.
Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people are encouraged to apply.
We also celebrate the many strengths and skills people with disability and/or neurodivergent people bring to
our workplace and acknowledge our role in ensuring a supportive work environment for people with disability and/or
neurodivergent people to thrive in.
Application Instructions
Resume and Cover Letter
You are required to submit a cover letter, up to a maximum of two pages,
addressing how your skills, attributes and experience meet the role specific capabilities and attach your current resume via the online application form.
For more information about applying, refer to our
Job Application Guide
Screening Checks
If you are new to the department and are invited to an interview, you will be required to produce a National Police Check,
which has been issued within six months of your application for the role. National Police Checks can be applied for via the
South Australia Police
or through an Australian Criminal Intelligence Commission accredited body.
If the role you are applying for also requires an Employment-related Screening Check, you will be required to undergo such assessment as is advised by DHS,
including periodic assessment during your employment.