Department for Child Protection
Job reference: 842957
Location: 5000 - ADELAIDE
Job status: Short Term Contract
Eligibility: Open to Everyone

Role Status: Multiple full-time vacancies available, with both short and long-term opportunities.
Remuneration: ASO8 ($125,649 - $130,392 per annum) / ASO7 ($112,163 - $121,246 per annum).

Role Details:

Do you want to play a key role in delivering high-impact reform that improves outcomes for children and young people in care?

The Strategic Policy, Partnerships and Reform Directorate (SPPR) is seeking multiple Principal Policy Officers and Senior Policy Officers to lead and support complex, cross-cutting projects and partnerships that drive system-level change across the child protection system. Working closely with senior leaders and partners across government and the community sector, you will shape and deliver priority initiatives spanning policy, service design and strategic collaboration in areas such as health, education and social inclusion.

In this role, you will:

• Lead and contribute to the design and delivery of strategic projects and partnership initiatives.
• Drive cross-agency collaboration to progress reform priorities.
• Prepare high-quality advice, briefings and written materials.
• Build and leverage partnerships to improve access, services and outcomes.
• Prepare clear, influential briefings and communications.
• Contribute to a high-performing, collaborative team culture.

About You:

You are a confident and strategic professional with experience leading complex initiatives and working across organisational boundaries. You bring strong capability in policy development, stakeholder engagement and reform delivery, with the ability to influence, navigate complexity and drive outcomes. You understand contemporary child protection practice, including approaches that support Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander children and families.

Why You’ll Love It Here - Perks That Matter:

At DCP, these are just some of the benefits you will enjoy:

• A collaborative team environment, working alongside people who are committed to best practice and making a meaningful impact.
• Flexible working options with tailored arrangements to help you balance work and life.
• Paid Parental and Partner Leave - additional paid time to support you and your growing family.
• Recognition and Growth - we celebrate your achievements and open doors to development across DCP.
• Salary Packaging - reduce your taxable income with a range of pre-tax benefits.
• Health and Fitness Perks - free flu vaccination plus access to more than 1,700 gyms, fitness centres and pools across Australia through our Fitness Passport program for you and your family.
• Wellbeing Support - confidential Employee Assistance Program services for you and your family.

About the Department for Child Protection:

The Department for Child Protection (DCP) plays a key role in the protection of children, young people and their families within South Australia. The department provides support to vulnerable children and young people to be safe, strong and connected.

Special Conditions:

• You must have a current Working With Children Check.

For a successful application, you will need to respond to all points listed under the your capabilities section of the attached role description. Please also note any special conditions that may be listed.

To find out more about this role, including the your capabilities section and special conditions, please click on the attached role description.

Enquiries: Mirna Zima-Hock - Executive Assistant to the Director, Strategic Policy, Partnerships and Reform on (08) 8226 7348 or email: mirna.zima-hock@sa.gov.au

Our workplace reflects the diverse communities we serve. We encourage applications from all backgrounds, experiences, and abilities. This includes women, people with disability, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islanders, the LGBTQI+ communities, and people from culturally diverse backgrounds.

To apply for this role, please click the 'apply' button to be re-directed to the DCP Career Portal.

Applications close: 12/05/2026 11:00 PM

Attachments:
- DCP Job Application Guide.pdf
- Role Description - ASO7 Senior Policy Officer, SPPR.pdf
- Role Description - ASO8 Principal Policy Officer, SPPR.pdf

Flexibility Statement
The South Australian public sector promotes diversity and flexible ways of working including part-time. Applicants are encouraged to discuss the flexible working arrangements for this role.