Role Title: Corporate Governance Policy Review Intern
Organisation: Commissioner for Children and Young People
Internship Period: Semester 2 (July – October)
Location: Perth
The role will involve working with the Executive Management Team to review and develop fit for purpose corporate policies aligned to best practice with the State government. This role will also require researching legislation and Public Sector Commission best practice guidelines. This review, update and development of these policies will then contribute to the continued improvement in Corporate Governance, Risk and Audit functions within the Office of the Commissioner for Children and Young People.
The Commissioner is the independent person who works closely with children and young people, their families, community and government to make WA a better place for 0 to 18 year-olds. In particular, the key functions of the office include:
• Advocating for all children and young people.
• Monitoring laws, policies and practices that affect the wellbeing of children and young people.
• Promoting and valuing the voice of children and young people and the positive contributions they make to our society.
• Consulting children and young people, parents, families and government and non-government organisations.
• Researching the latest trends and information that relate to children and young people.
• Inquiring on behalf of children and young people about issues relating to their wellbeing.
Using research and the other evidence available, the Commissioner seeks to positively influence legislation, policy, services and attitudes.