APS5/6 Policy Officers

Chandler Macleod; Canberra; On-site; AUD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

National significance projects

Career development opportunities

Domestic and international stakeholder

Job summary

Chandler Macleod is recruiting on behalf of our client for a permanent Policy Officer role supporting a major Australian Government program. You will contribute to policy development, strategic engagement, and international collaboration affecting national security and economic outcomes.

Key responsibilities include providing strategic policy advice, developing frameworks, and preparing ministerial briefings.

Qualifications

• Experience developing policy, strategy, or government advice.
• Strong writing and verbal communication skills.
• Excellent stakeholder engagement and relationship management capabilities.
• Analytical and critical-thinking abilities; ability to work in complex environments.

Responsibilities

• Provide strategic policy advice on complex issues.
• Support international engagement and partnerships.
• Develop policy frameworks and implementation strategies.
• Prepare briefings, reports, and ministerial correspondence.
• Build relationships across government, industry, and international stakeholders.
• Research and distil complex information to support decision-making.

Skills

Policy development

Stakeholder engagement

Analytical thinking

Written communication

Education

Public policy degree / equivalent

Tools

MS Office (Word/Excel)

Job description

Chandler Macleod is recruiting on behalf of our client for a permanent opportunity supporting one of Australia's most significant national capability programs. This role offers the chance to contribute to complex policy development, strategic engagement, and international collaboration that will shape Australia's future security and economic landscape.

As a Policy Officer, you will contribute to the development and implementation of policy frameworks, strategic initiatives, and stakeholder engagement activities supporting a major Australian Government program.

Key responsibilities include:

• Providing strategic policy advice on complex and emerging issues
• Supporting international engagement and partnership initiatives
• Developing policy frameworks and implementation strategies
• Preparing high-quality briefings, reports, and ministerial correspondence
• Building productive relationships across government, industry, and international stakeholders
• Contributing to the management of sensitive and high-priority projects
• Researching, analysing, and distilling complex information to support decision-making
• Supporting cross-functional teams in delivering strategic outcomes

Key Criteria To be successful in this role, you will demonstrate:

• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Experience developing policy, strategy, or government advice
• Excellent stakeholder engagement and relationship management capabilities
• Strong analytical and critical-thinking skills
• Sound judgement and the ability to work in complex or ambiguous environments
• The ability to manage competing priorities and deliver quality outcomes
• A collaborative approach with a commitment to teamwork
• Resilience, adaptability, and a willingness to learn in a fast-paced environment
• The ability to handle sensitive information with professionalism and discretion

What's on Offer

• Work on nationally significant and high-profile projects.
• Professional development and career growth opportunities.
• Opportunities for domestic and international stakeholder engagement.
• Locations available in Canberra, Adelaide and Rockingham.

Eligibility Applicants must:

• Be Australian Citizens.
• Be able to obtain and maintain a Negative Vetting Level 1 (NV1) Security Clearance.

If you're looking to contribute to meaningful national outcomes while advancing your career within a complex and dynamic environment,