Aps 6 Policy Officer

HOBAN Recruitment; Canberra; On-site; AUD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

HOBAN Recruitment is seeking an experienced APS6 Policy Officer to support a Federal Government agency based in Deakin, ACT. You will contribute to significant policy reform activities, provide strategic policy advice, analysis and recommendations, and work with internal and external stakeholders to deliver high-quality policy papers and briefs.

In this role you will lead consultation, manage complex issues with sound judgment, and help implement projects aligned with reform priorities.

Qualifications

• Experience in policy development, analysis and implementation.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving and critical thinking skills.
• Excellent written and verbal communication.
• Ability to prepare high-quality government-style documentation.
• Strong stakeholder engagement and relationship management.
• Ability to work independently and in a team.
• Experience working in government or policy-focused environments.
• Strategic policy experience.
• Experience supporting reform programs and complex initiatives.
• Understanding of legislation, governance or procurement frameworks.
• Knowledge of the disability sector is advantageous.
• Relevant tertiary qualifications or equivalent experience.
• Australian Citizenship is required.
• Ability to obtain and maintain a National Police Check.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement policy, strategies, and projects aligned with reform priorities.
• Conduct detailed policy analysis and provide evidence-based recommendations.
• Prepare high-quality policy papers, briefings, reports, presentations, and correspondence.
• Build and maintain effective relationships with a range of stakeholders.
• Support and lead consultation and engagement activities.
• Analyse data and technical information to inform decision-making.
• Contribute to project delivery and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Manage sensitive and complex issues while exercising sound judgement and initiative.

Skills

Policy development

Policy analysis

Policy implementation

Stakeholder engagement

Analytical thinking

Written communication

Verbal communication

Governance knowledge

Reform programs

Decision making

Independence

Team collaboration

Education

Relevant tertiary qualifications or equivalent experience

Job description

HOBAN Recruitment is seeking an experienced APS6 Policy Officer to support a Federal Government agency based in Deakin, ACT. This is an exciting opportunity for a policy professional who enjoys working on complex reform initiatives, stakeholder engagement, and delivering high-quality policy advice in a fast-paced environment.

About the Role

As an APS6 Policy Officer, you will contribute to significant policy reform activities and provide strategic policy advice, analysis, and recommendations. You will work collaboratively with internal and external stakeholders to support the development and implementation of policy, projects, and initiatives.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and implement policy, strategies, and projects aligned with reform priorities.
• Conduct detailed policy analysis and provide evidence-based recommendations.
• Prepare high-quality policy papers, briefings, reports, presentations, and correspondence.
• Build and maintain effective relationships with a range of stakeholders.
• Support and lead consultation and engagement activities.
• Analyse data and technical information to inform decision-making.
• Contribute to project delivery and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Manage sensitive and complex issues while exercising sound judgment and initiative.

About You

To be successful, you will demonstrate:

• Experience in policy development, analysis, and implementation.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and critical thinking skills.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to prepare high-quality government-style documentation.
• Strong stakeholder engagement and relationship management capabilities.
• Sound judgement and decision-making skills.Ability to work independently and collaboratively within a team environment.
• Experience working within a government or policy-focused environment will be highly regarded.
• Strategic policy experience.
• Experience supporting reform programs, projects, or complex initiatives.
• Understanding of legislation, governance, or procurement frameworks.
• Knowledge of the disability sector is advantageous.
• Relevant tertiary qualifications or equivalent experience.
• Australian Citizenship is required.
• Ability to obtain and maintain a National Police Check.

At HOBAN we encourage applications from people with disability, people from diverse cultural and linguistic backgrounds, people of all genders, LGBTI people, and Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people.

We provide reasonable adjustments; including alternate formats to the recruitment process for individuals with disability. If you require an adjustment to be made during the recruitment process, please email our Adjustments Coordinator at [e-mail] or visit www.hoban.com.au/adjustments for additional contact details.