Food Regulation Standing Committee Senior Project Officer

About this role

The Senior Project Officer (SPO), Food Regulation Standing Committee (FRSC), plays a pivotal role in supporting the national Food Regulation System by delivering high-quality project management, policy analysis and secretariat support. The position enables FRSC to effectively fulfil its functions and contributes directly to system-wide outcomes through the delivery of the System Workplan. Working at the centre of a complex, bi-national regulatory environment, the SPO drives priority initiatives on behalf of FRSC, its working groups and the FRSC Planning Subcommittee. The role ensures that all activities align with the broader System Workplan, as led by the Senior Director, and translates strategic priorities into well-governed, timely and high-quality outputs. As part of the virtual System Office, the SPO collaborates closely with the Senior Director, the Implementation Subcommittee for Food Regulation (ISFR) Senior Project Officer, and the Project Officer. Together, this team supports the delivery of current priorities while contributing to longer-term strategic planning across the System. The position requires the provision of high-level policy analysis, the management of complex cross-jurisdictional projects, and the delivery of effective governance and coordination support to FRSC and its substructures. The SPO is responsible for ensuring consistent, accurate and strategically aligned advice, often while balancing competing priorities and responding to emerging or sensitive issues. This role suits a highly capable and adaptable professional who is comfortable operating with a high degree of autonomy, navigating complexity, and building strong working relationships across jurisdictions to deliver impactful outcomes for Australia's food regulation system. • Develop, deliver and report on the FRSC Senior Project Officer Workplan in alignment with the broader System Workplan. • Lead and manage complex cross-jurisdictional projects from design through to delivery, ensuring high-quality outcomes. • Provide high-level policy analysis on priority issues, including interpretation of legislation and regulatory frameworks. • Prepare clear, accurate and timely briefing materials, reports, meeting papers and consultation documents. • Support FRSC, its working groups and the FRSC Planning Subcommittee with effective governance and secretariat services. • Facilitate meetings and workshops, including coordinating logistics, agendas, records and follow-up actions. • Deliver consistent, accurate and strategic advice to committee members and stakeholders across jurisdictions. • Manage competing priorities and emerging issues, ensuring timely progression of work in a dynamic environment. • Coordinate stakeholder engagement and act as a central point for communication, collaboration and issue resolution. • Maintain robust records and documentation to ensure accountability, traceability and continuous improvement.