ACT Government Contract(Full Time)
APS6 policy role requiring strong Commonwealth policy, briefing, research and stakeholder experience.
Baseline clearance required.
APS6 policy role supporting a nationally significant Australian Govt strategy
Policy drafting, ministerial briefs, research &high-level; stakeholder engagement
Initial 6-month with potential extension options, Minimum Baseline required
McArthur is seeking an experienced
APS6 Senior Policy Officer
to support a high-profile Australian Government policy and strategy initiative.
This is a hands-on policy role suited to an experienced Commonwealth professional who can quickly understand complex subject matter, undertake research and analysis, develop high-quality written advice and work confidently with senior and external stakeholders.
This is
not a general administration or purely project management position
.
We are particularly interested in candidates with demonstrated APS6-level policy development and government writing experience.
The opportunity
Canberra-based Australian Government assignment
Initial contract from
1 October **** to 31 March ****
Potential extension of up to
3 months
Up to
37.5 hours per week
Versatile/hybrid working arrangements may be considered
$*****-$***** per hour + super
, dependent on relevant experience and APS6 salary equivalent
Current Baseline security clearance required
Key responsibilities
You will contribute to the development and delivery of a nationally significant government strategy, including:
Undertaking policy research, analysis and development
Drafting and contributing to policy and strategy documents
Preparing high-quality departmental and ministerial briefs, papers, correspondence and other executive material
Analysing complex information and translating findings into clear advice, options and recommendations




Supporting engagement with Commonwealth agencies, industry, community and other external stakeholders
Providing secretariat support to working groups and interdepartmental meetings
Coordinating stakeholder information, consultation activities and associated records
Monitoring project milestones, timelines, actions and deliverables
Contributing to project reporting and quality assurance
Assisting with stakeholder communications and written content where required
About you
To be competitive for this opportunity, you will have
demonstrated experience operating at APS6 level or equivalent within the Australian Government
, ideally in a policy, strategy or closely related role.
We are particularly interested in candidates who can demonstrate:
Strong Commonwealth Government
policy development and policy analysis experience
Excellent written communication and the ability to prepare
ministerial briefs, executive briefs, correspondence, submissions or similar government material
Strong research, critical thinking and analytical capability
Experience providing clear policy advice, options and recommendations
Demonstrated stakeholder engagement across government and/or external organisations
Experience supporting interdepartmental committees, working groups or other governance forums
Strong organisation skills and the ability to manage competing priorities and tight deadlines
Sound understanding of Commonwealth Government processes and expectations
The ability to work independently with limited supervision at APS6 level
Experience in
national strategy development, agriculture, food systems, regional policy, industry policy, health, environment, social policy or other complex cross-government policy areas
would be advantageous but is not essential.
Security requirement
Applicants must hold a
current Baseline security clearance
.
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