Policy Officer

• Full time 12-month non ongoing or permanent transfer role
• Canberra location
• Federal government department

• 12-month non ongoing or permanent transfer role 
• Federal Government Agency 
• Canberra Location 

About the company
Karlka Recruiting Group has partnered with a Federal Government Agency to engage an APS6 Policy Officer. This position is located in their busy Canberra office for a 12-month period.
  
About the Position
You would be working within a department that provides export inspection certification services and develops strategies to gain, improve and maintain market access for food and other animal products. 

Duties 

• Providing sound technical advice to internal and external stakeholders on chemical residue issues in Australian animal products for export
• Monitor changes in importing country requirements for residues and contribute to related submissions to support Australia’s positions in market access negotiations and/or standard setting for food exports
• Providing input into Ministerial and departmental briefing material, and correspondence to trading partner countries as required
• Engaging collaboratively with internal and external stakeholders to manage residues risk in Australian animal products for export
• May assist in conducting laboratory witness audits, training of other staff in the Section, and other duties, as required 

Requirements/Skills

• Experience in analytical chemistry, preferably with experience in residues of pesticides, veterinary medicines and/or environmental contaminants in food
•  Experience with designing and implementing scientific programs or projects
• Ability to assess and interpret complex information from a variety of sources and make appropriate recommendations in line with relevant legislation, work policies and procedures
• A minimum, appropriate tertiary qualifications in agricultural or animal science, a related biological science, or chemistry is mandatory. Post graduate qualifications in these areas are highly desirable
    
    

Benefits working with Karlka Recruiting Group 

• Weekly pay  
• Ongoing support: Pre, during and post placement 
• Dedicated consultant per contract
• Employee Assistance Program available
• Our agency supports Indigenous communities 

How to Apply
Apply now to be considered for submission to our client by 01/05/2025
Consultant:  Sandi 
Email for questions only: recruitment@karlkarecruiting.com.au
*Please apply through this portal. Any applications through email may be missed.

Nyiyaparli and other Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander candidates are strongly encouraged to apply.

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted for further discussion.
Applications received after the due date may be considered for similar roles.

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