APS6 Program & Policy Officer - VIC

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

APS6 Program & Policy Officer - VIC

Reasons to Apply - At a Glance Contribute to complex policy and program reforms that improve the effectiveness, sustainability and integrity of plan management arrangements. Work on high-priority reform and strategic commissioning initiatives within a large Federal Government agency. Join a collaborative team with hybrid working arrangements and opportunities across QLD, NSW, VIC, TAS and SA.

Mandatory Requirements

Australian Citizenship. Ability to complete an Employment Suitability Check and Police Check.

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 work towards their goals. This opportunity sits within a Federal Government agency delivering significant policy, program and reform initiatives to strengthen outcomes.

Your New Role

As an APS6 Policy and Program Officer, you will support the design and delivery of complex reforms relating to plan management arrangements, strategic commissioning and broader agency priorities. You will apply sound judgement, analytical thinking and program management expertise to progress complex work and support informed decision-making.

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.

What You Will Need to Succeed

• Experience delivering complex 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.

The Logistics

12-Month contract starting in early January. Hourly rate of $60.26 + Super. Locations available across QLD, NSW, VIC, TAS and SA. Full-time hybrid working arrangement, including office-based and work-from-home requirements. The role reports to an EL1 Assistant Director and has no supervisory responsibilities. Australian Citizenship and pre-employment screening are mandatory.

What You'll Get in Return

• The opportunity to contribute to significant policy and program reform.
• Exposure to strategic commissioning, program governance and senior executive decision-making.
• A collaborative, high-performing team environment.
• Hybrid work flexibility across multiple Australian locations.
• The chance to strengthen your experience within a large Federal Government agency.