APS6 Design Strategist

DFP Recruitment; Sydney; On-site; AUD 100,000 - 135,000; Full time

Job summary

DFP Recruitment is seeking an APS6 Design Strategist in Surry Hills, NSW, to support strategic planning, policy development and project delivery for a Federal Government client. You will contribute to business cases, briefs and corporate documentation while coordinating complex initiatives and budgets, under EL1 guidance.

The role emphasizes independent analysis, strong written communication, and effective stakeholder engagement to improve outcomes for people with disability.

Qualifications

• Experience in policy, strategy or related field.
• Strong research and analytical skills.
• Excellent written communication; ability to prepare briefing papers, reports and policy documents.
• Ability to interpret policies and apply sound judgement to complex issues.
• Strong planning and organisational skills with deadlines and reporting.
• Confident engaging stakeholders and providing well-supported advice.
• Ability to work independently and support team priorities.

Responsibilities

• Developing and managing project plans, schedules and regular progress reporting.
• Undertaking independent research and analysis to inform policy, strategy and project activities.
• Preparing business cases, executive briefs, reports, plans and corporate documentation.
• Interpreting, drafting and reviewing policy and procedural material.
• Providing specialist advice to staff and stakeholders on complex matters.
• Monitoring project budgets and expenditure, and assisting with procurement and contract management.
• Identifying and managing project risks, issues and benefits.
• Supporting project quality to ensure deliverables meet stakeholder needs.
• Building relationships with internal and external stakeholders and contributing to committees and forums.

Skills

Policy analysis

Strategic thinking

Research skills

Stakeholder engagement

Written communication

Project planning

Risk management

Independent work

Education

Tertiary qualification in policy/related field

Job description

APS6 Design Strategist

Location: Surry Hills, NSW

Contract: 12 months

Hourly rate: $60.26 per hour + 12% super

Hours: 37.5

DFP Recruitment is seeking an experienced APS6 Strategy Officer to join a Federal Government client in Surry Hills, NSW.

This opportunity will suit a professional with a background in policy, strategy or project delivery who enjoys researching complex issues, developing clear advice and supporting projects that improve outcomes for people with disability.

Reporting to an EL1, you will work with a range of stakeholders to contribute to strategic planning, policy development and project delivery. The role carries team leadership responsibilities and requires sound judgement, initiative and the ability to manage competing priorities.

About the role

• Developing and managing project plans, schedules and regular progress reporting.
• Undertaking independent research and analysis to inform policy, strategy and project activities.
• Preparing business cases, executive briefs, reports, plans and corporate documentation.
• Interpreting, drafting and reviewing policy and procedural material.
• Providing specialist advice to staff and stakeholders on complex matters.
• Monitoring project budgets and expenditure, and assisting with procurement and contract management.
• Identifying and managing project risks, issues and benefits.
• Supporting project quality to ensure deliverables meet stakeholder needs.
• Building relationships with internal and external stakeholders and contributing to committees and forums.

About you

• Relevant experience in policy, strategy, project delivery or a related field.
• Strong research and analytical skills, with the ability to turn complex information into clear recommendations.
• Excellent written communication skills, including experience preparing briefing papers, reports, policy documents or business cases.
• The ability to interpret policies and procedures and apply sound judgement to complex issues.
• Strong planning and organisational skills, including experience managing deadlines, risks and project reporting.
• Confidence engaging stakeholders and providing well-supported advice.
• The ability to work independently and support team priorities and delivery.

A tertiary qualification and at least three years’ experience in policy, strategy or a related field are desirable. An understanding of disability, health, allied health or related sectors would also be beneficial.

Applicants new to DFP may be asked to provide additional information including work rights status via a survey link - if requested, we ask that you provide this information in order to expedite your application.

DFP Recruitment welcomes applications from people with disability, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, and candidates from diverse backgrounds. Please let us know if you require adjustments during the recruitment process.

DFP welcomes applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, people with diverse cultural and linguistic backgrounds and people with disability. In addition, DFP will provide reasonable adjustments for individuals with disability throughout the recruitment process. If you identify as a person with disability and require adjustments to the application, recruitment, selection and/or assessment process, please advise via ***********@dfp.com.auor1300 337 ***and indicate your preferred method of communication (email, phone, text) so we can keep in touch and meet your accessibility needs.