We are seeking a part-time Policy Assistant to help the Deputy CEO in the coordination, support and to facilitate the process of standards development. This person would assist the Deputy CEO to lead on FSC standards development and policy formulation in Australia and interact on a regular basis with Australian experts and stakeholders, FSC International and other FSC Organisations internationally. This role would be ideal for someone who has recently graduated or in his or her final years of study and looking to develop experience in policy.
The key focus of the role includes:
National Standard:
- Supporting the Deputy CEO in engaging with the all stakeholders to enable FSC Australia to enable the development of the Australian Forest Stewardship Standard
- Providing support in the national consultation process of the National Standard
Controlled Wood Risk Assessment
- Assist in the development, review and implementation of the FSC Australia National Risk Assessment
Non-timber Products:
- Assist in the capture of potential non-timber certified products categories in Australian and NZ forests such as bush foods and flowers.
Small Producers:
- Support the development of a commercial brief with FSC International to identify possible supply chains and product categories for small producers in the Australian Market
Public Procurement:
- Review public procurement policies and tender opportunities for all states and territories, and the 3 largest municipal councils in each state to prioritise top 10 governments to engage
- Review and adapt FSC international public procurement materials to promote use of FSC products in Australia
Role Requirements
- Experience of working in an administrative support role within a team (ie minute taking, data entry) of developing and monitoring effective administration systems (electronic and paper-based)
- Responding to enquiries from a wide range of people
- Collating and preparing written reports/papers
- Assisting with the development of effective relationships with other organisations and key stakeholders
The position is part-time on a 4-month contract. $25 per hour, 16 hours per week (days are flexible). Please read through the full position description before applying for this position.
Please send through a copy of your CV and Cover letter to info@au.fsc.org by the 23rd of July.