Locally Engaged Level 5 - Senior Policy Officer (Education and Research) 

 

• Ongoing or Fixed-term; Full-time

• BRL 11,004 – 11,910 per month (pre-tax and other benefits)

• Brasilia, Brazil

 

About the Australian Government’s Department of Education

The Department of Education (the Department) contributes to Australia’s economic prosperity and social wellbeing by creating opportunities and driving better outcomes through access to quality education and learning.

The Department of Education's offices at the Australian Embassies in Brasilia and Mexico City manage the Australian Government's education, science and research relationships across Argentina, Brazil, Chile, Colombia, Mexico and Peru.

Further information about the Department can be found on our website: www.education.gov.au

 

About the Position

This is a locally engaged staff position at an overseas Australian Diplomatic Mission.

The Senior Policy Officer (Education and Research) will report to and assist the Counsellor (Education and Research) in Brasilia to develop and support the implementation of the Australian Government’s education, science and research priorities in Argentina and Brazil. The position will also work closely with the Counsellor (Education and Research) in Mexico City to implement regional projects across our network.

 

The key responsibilities for this position include, but are not limited to:

• knowledge and continuous monitoring of policy developments across the region in education, science and research
• developing and maintaining a network of contacts in Australia and across Latin America to support implementation of the Australian Government's education, science and research priorities and key objectives
• developing and implementing strategies to raise awareness of Australian education, science and research capabilities, including through the production of Brazilian‑Portuguese and Spanish language materials and web-page content
• developing education, science and research briefings, minutes and papers
• coordinating meetings, organising events, participating in and organising technical working groups, workshops, seminars and other events as required
• preparing and delivering presentations on Australian education, science and research programs and initiatives
• managing regional projects, including budget planning and management while adhering to Australian Government financial guidelines, and
• providing support to other sections at the Embassy as directed by the Counsellor.

 

Our ideal candidate

Our ideal candidate will have a strong understanding of the education and research landscapes in Brazil and across Latin America, and an ability to independently undertake research and analytical tasks. They will have experience leading policies or projects related to education or research, or in international contexts. Our ideal candidate will be able to develop a network of contacts across Australia, Brazil and Latin America. They will have highly developed written and oral communications skills and have experience in engaging with stakeholders and delivering presentations. Tertiary qualifications, and experience working or studying in Australia, or another English-speaking country, is highly desirable.

This position requires written and oral communication skills in English, Portuguese and Spanish, including confidence in public speaking in these languages.

 

How to apply

To be considered for this position please submit via email to [email protected] a resume with a covering letter detailing relevant experience (both in English). The covering letter should be no more than one-page.

Closing date for applications: 28 November 2024, 11:30 PM

Interviews will be held on 3 December 2024.

 

Additional Information

Start date is subject to satisfactory pre-employment (medical and security) checks being completed. Only individuals with full work rights in Brazil are eligible to apply for this position.

Applicants for this role may be considered for a merit pool. This means that while you may not receive an offer of employment in the process you applied for, you may be considered for similar roles that arise at the Embassy over the next 18 months.

 

 

TEMPORARY EMPLOYMENT REGISTER - BRASÍLIA 

•          Temporary, Full Time or Part Time
•          Salary will depend on the job requirement
•          Brasília, Brazil

 

About the position(s)

Temporary vacancies are usually filled on a short-term contract basis from those listed on the Embassy's temporary staff register. Most vacancies are full-time but less than 3 months in length. Types of temporary vacancies include executive/administrative assistant, property/procurement assistant, or analyst roles in policy or economics.

Please note that applications are kept on file for 12 months. Your application will be considered when temporary vacancies arise and decisions are based on suitability and availability. Start dates for all temporary vacancies are subject to satisfactory background checks being completed for all individuals. Only those applicants with valid authorisation to work in the Brazil will be considered for the Temporary Registry.

Applying for Temporary Employment

Applicants for temporary employment must be Brazilian citizens, or have rights to work in Brazil.

 

How to apply

To be considered for full-time or part-time temporary work at the Embassy, applicants are required to submit via email to [email protected] a resume (in English) with a covering letter expressing interest in one or more of the roles.

 

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What should I include in my resume/CV?

An effective resume/CV is a brief statement of your relevant employment history, qualifications, experience and training, preferably no more than four pages. It should be easy to read, succinct, neatly set out and relevant to the role you are applying for. It should include:

• Personal details—your name, contact email address and phone numbers.
• Education—details of relevant education and qualifications.
• Work experience—detail your work experience and highlight the main responsibilities and achievements that are relevant to the job you are applying for. Organise your employment history in chronological order, starting with the most recent, and indicate actual dates of employment. You should look to explain any gaps in employment where possible.
• Referees—the name and contact details of two (2) referees who can validate and support your application. One (1) of your referees must be your current Supervisor. If there are sensitivities around the department contacting your referees without prior notice, you can indicate this within the application.

Tip – have someone else review your CV/resume. Ask them if the information is clear and the format is simple. Make it as easy as possible for the reader!

 

What should I include in my pitch?

Your pitch is your opportunity to tell us why you are the right fit for a position with the department. When planning your pitch, you should take into consideration the role and the key duties, and capabilities required. 

The committee should be able to clearly identify how your experience, knowledge, skills, and qualifications make you a suitable candidate. You should write your application in plain English, spell out any acronyms, and explain any background context that the reader should know about.

You are not expected to detail a different example for each capability. You may only have room for one or two examples, so try to think of situations where you used a number of your capabilities to deliver the outcome.

 

How will my application be assessed?

Your application will be assessed against the requirements of the job. Once the entire applicant pool has been assessed, the committee will create a shortlist of applicants. If your application is shortlisted, you may be asked to undertake further assessment, this may include work sample testing, interviews, and reference checks.

 

What is a merit pool?

Merit pools may be established as part of an externally advertised merit-based recruitment process where there are more suitable applicants than available vacancies. The department can access merit pools for 18 months from the date the vacancy was first advertised. If a candidate is found suitable via the recruitment process and placed in a merit pool, it doesn’t constitute a formal offer of employment.