Policy & Program Reform Officer - Hybrid, Federal

Noah Keeley; South Australia; Hybrid; AUD 68,000 - 98,000; Full time

Job summary

Noah Keeley is seeking an APS6 Policy and Program Officer to support the design and delivery of complex reforms related to plan management and strategic commissioning. The role requires analytical thinking, sound judgement and strong program management expertise to progress complex work and support informed decision-making.

You will develop reform policies, coordinate activities, conduct policy analysis, and prepare briefs for senior executives and governance forums, while building stakeholder

Qualifications

• Experience delivering policy, program, reform or project work in a complex environment.
• Knowledge of strategic commissioning and procurement processes.
• Strong analytical and strategic thinking with evidence-based advice.
• Excellent written and verbal communication for government or senior executives.

Responsibilities

• Develop reform policies, strategies and projects aligned with priorities.
• Coordinate complex reform activities with plans, milestones, risks, and dependencies.
• Conduct research and policy analysis to develop options and recommendations.
• Prepare briefs, reports, and decision papers for senior executives and governance forums.
• Support program governance, performance monitoring and reporting to deliver outcomes.
• Engage stakeholders and resolve complex issues with sound judgement.

Skills

Policy analysis

Strategic thinking

Problem-solving

Stakeholder engagement

Written communication

Job description

Noah Keeley is seeking an APS6 Policy and Program Officer to support the design and delivery of complex reforms related to plan management and strategic commissioning. The role requires analytical thinking, sound judgement and strong program management expertise to progress complex work and support informed decision-making.

You will develop reform policies, coordinate activities, conduct policy analysis, and prepare briefs for senior executives and governance forums, while building stakeholder