APS6 Design Strategist

Tom James; Sydney; Hybrid; AUD 83,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Work-from-home flexibility

Hot desk office

Weekly pay

Training provided

Timesheet submission online

Superannuation

Job summary

Hays is seeking an APS6 Design Strategist in Surry Hills, NSW, with a hybrid work arrangement and a competitive hourly rate. The role focuses on shaping outcomes for people with disabilities through strategic project management, policy analysis, and stakeholder engagement to support government initiatives.

You will develop plans, conduct analyses, prepare briefs, and monitor budgets while building relationships with internal and external stakeholders to drive outcomes.

Qualifications

• Experience in strategy, policy, programme delivery or project management within a complex environment.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to interpret information and develop practical recommendations.
• Exceptional written communication skills, including the ability to prepare briefs, reports and executive-level correspondence.
• Proven stakeholder engagement skills and the ability to build productive relationships across diverse groups.
• The ability to manage competing priorities, work autonomously and deliver outcomes within tight timeframes.
• Experience leading initiatives and contributing to strategic planning or organisational improvement activities.

Responsibilities

• Developing and managing project plans, schedules and strategic initiatives to support organisational objectives.
• Conducting research, analysis and evidence-based reporting informing policy, strategy and business decisions.
• Preparing high-quality written materials, including business cases, executive briefs, reports and corporate documentation.
• Monitoring project performance, budgets and expenditure while supporting procurement and contract management activities.
• Identifying, assessing and managing project risks, issues and opportunities to ensure successful outcomes.
• Building strong relationships with internal and external stakeholders to provide expert advice and drive strategic outcomes.

Skills

Strategy & policy

Analytical thinking

Written communication

Stakeholder engagement

Project management

Time management

Autonomy & delivery

Job description

Hays - APS6 Design Strategist - Surry Hills APS6 Design Strategist

Reasons to Apply - At a Glance

Meaningful, participant-focused work - play a key role in shaping outcomes for people with disabilities through high-quality, person-centred assessments. Join a growing Federal Government agency with a strong focus on operational excellence and career development. Enjoy stability with a hybrid work model, competitive hourly rate, and potential for extension or permanency. Mandatory requirements: Australian Citizenship

Your New Company

Your organisation delivers a national support system for Australians living with disability, funding essential services tailored to individual needs and helping people achieve their goals. As a growing Federal Government agency focused on operational excellence, this role offers a chance to contribute to meaningful initiatives and take your career to the next level.

Your New Role

You will be responsible for:

• Developing and managing project plans, schedules and strategic initiatives to support organisational objectives.
• Conducting research, analysis and evidence-based reporting informing policy, strategy and business decisions.
• Preparing high-quality written materials, including business cases, executive briefs, reports and corporate documentation.
• Monitoring project performance, budgets and expenditure while supporting procurement and contract management activities.
• Identifying, assessing and managing project risks, issues and opportunities to ensure successful outcomes.
• Building strong relationships with internal and external stakeholders to provide expert advice and drive strategic outcomes.

What You Will Need to Succeed

The successful applicant will demonstrate:

• Experience in strategy, policy, programme delivery or project management within a complex environment.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to interpret information and develop practical recommendations.
• Exceptional written communication skills, including the ability to prepare briefs, reports and executive-level correspondence.
• Proven stakeholder engagement skills and the ability to build productive relationships across diverse groups.
• The ability to manage competing priorities, work autonomously and deliver outcomes within tight timeframes.
• Experience leading initiatives and contributing to strategic planning, policy development or organisational improvement activities.

The Logistics

The contract running for 12 months, with a view of extension or permanency. Full-time & Hybrid working arrangement. Hourly rate of $60.26 + super. Australian Citizenship is mandatory. Opportunity in Surry Hills, NSW.

What You'll Get in Return

• An opportunity to progress your career with a large Federal Government agency.
• Work-from-home flexibility and a hot desk office environment.
• A positive and open working culture.
• Initial 2-week training provided (on-site mandatory)
• Weekly pay cycle.
• Online timesheet submission and approval.
• Nominated superannuation fund.