Department of the Premier and Cabinet
Job reference: 839863
Location: 5000 - ADELAIDE
Job status: Short Term Contract
Eligibility: Open to Everyone

The Department of the Premier and Cabinet (DPC) drives the Premier's priorities in South Australia. Our vision is to be the heart of government through providing important leadership, trusted advice and strategy as well as central support services for the social, environmental and economic issues that we face. Our staff enjoy working with colleagues who value integrity, knowledge and intellectual capability. They exemplify the public sector purpose: Making a difference so South Australia thrives.

The Office for Autism (OFA) has been established to support improved outcomes for Autistic and autism communities. The Office for Autism places lived experience at the heart of decision making to drive outcomes in collaboration with government agencies and maximise outcomes enabled by the State Autism Strategy and Autism Inclusion Charter. OFA will support an inclusive and knowledgeable community through its proactive partnerships with the private sector and active efforts championing community engagement.

• Contribute to policy initiatives that make a real difference for Autistic people
• Join a diverse and dynamic team
• Varied role that combines policy development, research and project coordination

The Policy Officer supports delivery of the Office for Autism's professional learning project and related policy initiatives through policy development, research and project coordination. Working closely with the Director and partners across government and community, the role prepares high quality advice, briefings and project outputs. It applies sound policy and project management practices to support planning, governance, monitoring and reporting, contributes to inclusive and autism informed approaches, and identifies emerging issues, risks and opportunities to support evidence based decision making.

• The Incumbent will be required to participate in the Department's Performance Management Program
• The Incumbent may be assigned to another position at this remuneration level or equivalent
• Some work outside of normal hours will be required
• This role requires a Working With Children Check
• This role requires a National Criminal History check.

ASO6 - Administrative Services Officer

$102,171 - $108,071 p.a.

Up to 24 months

Corinne Kulbach - Office Manager
Telephone: 0433 039 437
Email: corinne.kulbach@sa.gov.au

Applications close: 21/04/2026 11:00 PM

Attachments:
- Role Description - Policy Officer (ASO6).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.