APS6 Policy & Program Officer - Hybrid, Federal

Noah Keeley; Melbourne; Hybrid; AUD 70,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work model

Job summary

Noah Keeley is seeking an APS6 Program & Policy Officer in Melbourne, VIC. You will support the design and delivery of complex reforms related to plan management arrangements, strategic commissioning and broader agency priorities, applying sound judgement and program management expertise to progress work and inform decisions.

Work in a collaborative Federal Government environment with hybrid arrangements across Australia, including QLD, NSW, VIC, TAS and SA, reporting to the EL1 level, and

Qualifications

• Experience delivering policy, program, reform or project work in a complex environment.
• Knowledge of strategic commissioning and procurement processes.
• Strong analytical, strategic thinking and problem-solving skills, with the ability to develop evidence-based advice.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, including briefs and reports for government or senior executive audiences.
• Sound judgement and the ability to work independently, manage risks and balance competing priorities.
• Strong stakeholder engagement skills, adaptability and a collaborative approach to delivering outcomes.

Responsibilities

• Developing and implementing reform policies, strategies and projects aligned with agency and commissioning priorities.
• Coordinating complex reform activities, including project plans, milestones, progress, risks and dependencies.
• Undertaking research and policy analysis to develop evidence-based options and recommendations.
• Preparing high-quality briefs, reports, presentations and decision papers for senior executives and governance forums.
• Supporting program governance, performance monitoring and reporting to deliver agreed outcomes.
• Building productive stakeholder relationships and applying sound judgement to resolve complex matters.

Skills

Policy analysis

Strategic thinking

Stakeholder engagement

Policy reform

Project management

Brief writing

Job description

Noah Keeley is seeking an APS6 Program & Policy Officer in Melbourne, VIC. You will support the design and delivery of complex reforms related to plan management arrangements, strategic commissioning and broader agency priorities, applying sound judgement and program management expertise to progress work and inform decisions.

Work in a collaborative Federal Government environment with hybrid arrangements across Australia, including QLD, NSW, VIC, TAS and SA, reporting to the EL1 level, and