Policy Harmonisation Specialist

BaptistCare • Eaton, CO

1d • Hybrid

About The Position

We are seeking a Policy Harmonisation Specialist to play a critical national role in strengthening policy consistency, governance and assurance across our Home Care service stream. As part of our Innovation & Quality Division, you will contribute to the design, delivery and continuous improvement of safe, high quality, person centred services. Reporting to the Head of Policy & Frameworks, you will lead the development, review and harmonisation of policies, procedures and work instructions for Home care, ensuring they are clear, practical and aligned with legislative, regulatory and accreditation requirements. This is a 12 month secondment opportunity and can be worked from any of our shared services office locations – Perth, Melbourne, Sydney, Davenport and Adelaide. Your work directly enables consistency, compliance and confidence across BaptistCare nationally supporting Home Care teams to deliver safe and effective care every day.

Requirements

• Experience in policy development, governance or documentation in regulated environments
• Strong ability to interpret legislation and translate it into operational practice
• Exceptional writing and communication skills, with the ability to simplify complex information
• Proven stakeholder engagement skills across diverse and complex environments
• Experience supporting compliance, audits or accreditation frameworks
• Tertiary qualification in a relevant health, clinical, policy, or governance-related discipline, or equivalent experience is expected

Nice To Haves

• Postgraduate qualifications in governance, leadership, public health, or related field desired

Responsibilities

• Lead national policy harmonisation across Home Care
• Translate complex regulatory requirements into clear, accessible documentation
• Identify and resolve gaps, duplication and inconsistencies in policies
• Strengthen policy governance, review cycles and documentation frameworks
• Support audit readiness, accreditation and regulatory assurance
• Provide expert guidance to leaders on policy interpretation and application
• Use data, audit findings and feedback to continuously improve documentation

Benefits

• Competitive salaries
• Tax-free salary packaging up to $18,550
• Discounted gym memberships
• Novated car leasing
• Flexible arrangements
• Additional leave options
• Health and wellbeing initiatives
• Free counselling
• Spiritual support
• Nutrition advice
• Study assistance
• Access to learning and development programs and courses like LinkedIn Learning

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: Associate degree