- Competitive hourly rate of $75.00 p/h + super
- 6 month contract with possible extension
- Multiple vacancies - apply now!

Your new company

Join a high-profile Commonwealth policy team responsible for delivering a nationally significant government initiative focused on Australia's future food security. Working within a dedicated taskforce environment, you will contribute to the development of a major national strategy that will help shape policy outcomes across industry, government and the broader community.

This is a unique opportunity to work on a complex and highly visible policy project, engaging with stakeholders across government, industry groups, research organisations and community representatives to support the development of a long-term national framework.

Your new role

As an APS6 Senior Policy Officer, you will play a key role in supporting policy development, stakeholder engagement and project delivery activities. Working as part of a cooperative team, you will contribute to research, analysis, strategic advice, communications and governance functions that underpin the successful delivery of this national initiative. Key responsibilities will include:

- Contributing to the development and drafting of a major national strategy
- Conducting research, analysis and environmental scanning to support policy development
- Preparing briefing materials, ministerial correspondence, speeches and executive papers
- Providing secretariat support for working groups, interdepartmental committees and stakeholder forums
- Supporting engagement activities with government, industry and community stakeholders
- Managing stakeholder databases, group mailboxes and engagement processes
- Assisting with the development of communication products, including web content, social media and digital communications
- Monitoring project milestones,



deliverables and timelines, and contributing to project reporting activities
- Supporting governance processes and quality assurance of key project documentation
- Contributing to reports, dashboards, procurement documentation and executive-level materials

What you'll need to succeed To be successful in this role, you will demonstrate:

- Previous APS policy experience at the APS6 level or equivalent
- Strong policy development, research and analytical skills
- Excellent written communication skills, with experience preparing briefs, reports and correspondence
- Demonstrated stakeholder engagement and relationship management experience
- Strong organisational skills with the ability to manage competing priorities and deadlines
- Experience supporting governance forums, committees or working groups
- Ability to work collaboratively within a fast-paced project environment
- A Baseline Security Clearance (or the ability to obtain and maintain one)

Experience within agriculture, food policy, regulatory, environment, sustainability or related policy areas will be highly regarded. What you'll get in return

- Attractive APS6 hourly rate
- Initial 6-month contract with a further 3-month extension opportunity
- Opportunity to contribute to a nationally significant government priority
- Collaborative and supportive team environment
- Exposure to senior stakeholders across government and industry
- Canberra-based role with flexible working arrangements available

What you need to do now

If you're interested in this role, click 'Apply Now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or contact Laura Meyer on (02) 6112 7 or @hays.com.au for a confidential discussion.

If this position isn't quite right for you, but you are looking for your next opportunity within the APS, please contact us for a confidential discussion about your career.

📌 Senior Policy Officer (Canberra)
🏢 Hays Recruitment
📍 Canberra