Director, Digital Policy | Full-time Temporary

Australian Capital Territory; Canberra; On-site; AUD 170,000 - 210,000; Full time

Job summary

The ACT Government is seeking a Director, Digital Policy on a full‑time temporary basis. You will shape strategic policy, advise senior executives and guide reform initiatives across Digital Canberra and government.

The role emphasizes collaboration, cross‑agency influence and delivering practical outcomes within a high‑profile programme of work. Applicants should demonstrate exceptional writing and communication skills, stakeholder engagement experience and the ability to navigate Cabinet and

Qualifications

• Exceptional written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to analyse complex issues and provide practical advice.
• Experience building relationships with diverse stakeholders.
• Experience in governance, policy, or transformation initiatives.

Responsibilities

• Shape Digital Policy work and provide strategic advice to executives.
• Guide reform initiatives and influence high‑level decision‑making.
• Lead or contribute to policy, governance and organisational improvement projects.
• Collaborate across Digital Canberra and government to align priorities.

Skills

Written communication

Verbal communication

Analytical thinking

Stakeholder engagement

Job description

Director, Digital Policy
Full-time Temporary

Details: The Digital Policy team sits at the centre of some of the ACT Government's most significant technology, digital and reform initiatives. We help shape how government plans, governs and invests in technology, providing strategic advice to senior executives and supporting key whole‑of‑government decision‑making processes. Our work spans technology investment and governance, digital strategy, Cabinet and ministerial matters, cross‑government reform, and emerging policy challenges that influence the future direction of government services.

As a Director, Digital Policy, you will play a leading role in shaping this work. You will work closely with senior executives across Digital Canberra and government to develop strategic advice, guide reform initiatives and influence decision‑making on complex and high‑profile issues. Over the coming months, the team will be progressing a range of projects, and the successful applicant will have the opportunity to help shape priorities and lead work aligned to their skills and experience. This role offers flexibility, visibility and the opportunity to make a genuine impact on how the ACT Government manages and delivers technology‑enabled change.

Eligibility/Other Requirements:

• Exceptional written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to develop clear, persuasive and practical advice for ministers, senior executives and other decision‑makers.
• The ability to analyse complex issues, exercise sound judgement and provide strategic advice that supports informed decision‑making and delivers practical outcomes.
• Experience building productive relationships and working collaboratively with a diverse range of stakeholders, including senior leaders, policy teams, delivery areas and governance forums.
• Experience leading or contributing to policy, strategy, governance, reform or organisational improvement initiatives in a government or similarly complex environment.
• Strong organisational skills and the ability to lead work across multiple priorities, deliver high‑quality outcomes, and support others in a fast‑paced environment.
• A commitment to collaboration, innovation and continuous improvement, including an interest in finding new ways to improve how government communicates, governs and delivers services.

Experience in areas such as Cabinet processes, strategic policy development, governance and committee leadership, stakeholder engagement, government writing, organisational reform or technology‑enabled transformation will be highly regarded. We welcome applicants from a range of professional backgrounds and recognise that no candidate is likely to bring experience across every aspect of the role.

The successful applicant must be an Australian citizen and possess or be able to acquire and maintain an Australian Government Security Vetting Agency (AGSVA) security clearance at the baseline level.

Notes: This is a temporary position available immediately for a period of up to five months. This position is available to ACT Government officers and employees only.

Selection may be based on application and referee reports only.

Note: Under the ACTPS employment framework you may be placed in another role where required for the efficient administration of the service.

Where an offer of employment is for a fixed‑term period, any related temporary contracts within the Territory will be issued in compliance with the requirements and applicable exceptions outlined in the Fair Work Act.

The ACT public service is committed to closing the gap, underpinned by the belief that when Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people have a genuine say in the design and delivery of policies, programs and services that affect them, better life outcomes are achieved. More information can be found here ACT Closing the Gap Implementation Plan - ACT Government Transparency Portal .

Note

This is a temporary position available immediately for a period of up to five months. This position is available to ACT Government officers and employees only.