Assistant Director - Health Policy

Compas; Canberra; On-site; AUD 120,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

Compas Pty Ltd is seeking an Assistant Director of Health Policy to lead the implementation of major government health policy initiatives from Canberra and multiple Australian cities. The role covers governance-aligned reform projects, stakeholder negotiations and strategic advisory work.

A Baseline clearance is required for candidates. The position runs from 19 October 2026 to 30 June 2027, with a possible 12-month extension, offering broad policy impact across Commonwealth health programs and

Qualifications

• Sound understanding of Commonwealth Government policy development and implementation.
• Experience delivering policy initiatives, programs or reforms in complex environments.
• Strong stakeholder engagement and strategic policy advisory capability.

Responsibilities

• Lead implementation and delivery of significant new Government policy initiatives.
• Plan and coordinate complex policy reform projects within governance requirements.
• Provide strategic advice on implementation risks, opportunities and reform priorities.
• Lead stakeholder engagement, consultation and negotiations across government and external partners.

Skills

Policy development

Policy implementation

Stakeholder engagement

Policy advisory capability

Job description

Assistant Director | Health Policy

Location: Canberra, Adelaide, Hobart, Sydney or Brisbane

Contract Duration: 19 October 2026 to 30 June 2027, with a possible 12-month extension

Security Clearance Requirement: Baseline

Closing Date: 10.00am, 9 October 2026

Essential Tasks

• Lead implementation and delivery of significant new Government policy initiatives.
• Plan and coordinate complex policy reform projects within governance requirements.
• Provide strategic advice on implementation risks, opportunities and reform priorities.
• Lead stakeholder engagement, consultation and negotiations across government and external partners.

Key Criteria

• Sound understanding of Commonwealth Government policy development and implementation.
• Experience delivering policy initiatives, programs or reforms in complex environments.
• Strong stakeholder engagement and strategic policy advisory capability.
• Commonwealth health policy and/or program experience is desirable.

About Compas

Compas Pty Ltd is a Canberra based wholly Australian owned, Recruitment and Services company that has been operating since 1987. We specialise in the provision of permanent, contract and temporary recruitment services, as well as specialised Consulting assignments.

YOUR APPLICATION WILL BE TREATED WITH THE STRICTEST CONFIDENCE

Due to the nature of this environment, candidates must hold a current Baseline clearance.