Research and Policy Analyst - Plastics and Health

Company Description

Minderoo Foundation is a modern philanthropic organisation. We take on tough, persistent issues with the potential to drive massive change. We incubate ideas and accelerate impact. We push the limits of what is believed possible. Minderoo Foundation is independent, forward thinking and seeks effective, scalable solutions. We are proudly Australian, and one of Asia’s largest philanthropies, with AUD $2 billion committed to a range of global initiatives. Our team comprises over 150 employees across seven locations.

Flourishing Oceans - Plastics and Human Health

A globally connected and cohesive effort is required to empower world-leading health experts to engage with those responsible for chemical regulation and prevent plastic harming human health

Job Description

This role is preferably based in Perth, open to other locations. The Research and Policy Analyst will be responsible for researching chemical regulation in Australia for plastic chemicals either manufactured in Australia or imported into Australia in the form of goods, clothing, toys, packaging, and others.

The position will also coordinate a project to produce an international comparative review to understand other jurisdictions and the way plastic chemicals are regulated, and policy documents that support regulation. It is envisaged that this work will be outsourced but this candidate would manage the delivery of that work.

Your key responsibilities will include:

• Research and write reports on recommendations to change chemical regulation in Australia to enable better regulation of plastics.  (including plastic manufactured or imported into Australia).
• Project Manage – Plastic Regulation Reviews – EU, USA and other countries
• Report on comparative analysis – Australia, EU, USA plastic or chemical regulation
• Recommend international harmonisation strategies
• Review policy where applicable to regulation in Australia, and other countries
• Reply to government consultation from Australia specific to plastic chemical regulation
• Support the Policy and Advocacy lead on Strategic Plan for Policy Plastic Chemical Regulation

Qualifications

Bachelor of Laws or equivalent

Additional Information

To be successful in this role you will have experience in legal research and policy development.

You have strong analytical skills along with strong communication skills both written and oral.

Ideally, you have worked in a similar role and have a legal or policy background in Chemical/Environmental Science.

Of vital importance is that you have a “can-do” attitude and be proactive in suggesting improvements or developing creative solutions to challenges and processes, you can adapt be flexible, and thrive on uncertainty!

Are you resilient enough to bounce back up, dust yourself off, and go again with enthusiasm and a never, ever give up attitude after being knocked back or pushed down?

Are you really up for the challenge?

Next Steps

Please attach your resume and a cover letter explaining why you are up for the challenge!

Please Note - Applications close 8/5/2022

Tattarang and Minderoo Foundation embraces Equal Opportunity and promotes diversity. We actively encourage Aboriginal & Torres Strait Islander people, men and women of all backgrounds, ages, sexual orientation, and People with Disability to apply.