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Position Description - Stepping Into ProgramPosition Title
NSW Department of Premier and Cabinet – Social Policy Intern
Location
Sydney
Position Duration
152 hours
Dec 2018/ Jan 2018
Position Overview
The NSW Department of Premier and Cabinet (DPC) is the lead central agency in the NSW Government. Our mission is to enhance the lives of the people of NSW by driving priorities, brokering outcomes and delivering programs and services.
We support the Premier and Deputy Premier, the Cabinet, Ministers and agencies by coordinating policies and services across government. We lead policy development, provide innovative ideas and support Government plans and projects. Working with us will give you a broad overview in areas such as public policy formulation, public administration and state administrative matters and an opportunity to be involved in a range of state-wide policies, issues and projects.
Key purpose
Contribute to the development and implementation of projects, policies and other program initiatives as an intern in the NDIS Reform Group’s communication and marketing team.
Key accountabilities
Assist in the effective communication function and strategy for the NDIS Reform Group with supporting policies and frameworks.
Assist in the monitoring and reporting on media issues and themes relevant to the NDIS Reform Group.
Assist in the development of engaging, informative and factual messages, correspondence, briefs, reports and presentations to facilitate achievement of Branch communications objectives.
Contribute to the implementation of the communications plan supporting the rollout of the NDIS in NSW.
Level 3, 80 Clarence Street, Sydney NSW 2000 (02) 8270 9200 www.and.org.au
Assist with day-to-day activities to support the Communication and Marketing manager and Senior Communication officer to deliver key projects and reports as required.
Essential requirements
Demonstrated experience in administration, customer service and support
Intermediate to advanced level skills in standard office software applications including word, excel spreadsheet, databases, PowerPoint, outlook, intranet and document tracking systems
Excellent organisational and time management skills
Strong attention to detail
Knowledge of relevant legislation and the legislative framework, government policies and reforms, and current public sector trends
Tertiary qualifications in marketing / communications or related degrees
Benefits of the role for the intern
Enhanced time management, written and oral skills
Develop administrative skills in the workplace
Building relationships with internal and external stakeholders
Increase analysis and research skills in the workplace
Gaining experience in the application of relevant legislation, policies and government reforms
Ideal Degree/Discipline
Marketing, Communications or relevant degrees
Remuneration
$25.76 plus Super
Eligibility Requirements
Final or penultimate year university students in their undergraduate or postgraduate degree
Australian citizens, permanent residents and international students with full working rights
Criminal reference check (required)