On behalf of a large Federal Government Agency, DFP Recruitment is seeking experienced policy professionals for APS6 Policy Officer opportunities.

Join a high-profile reform program and contribute to the development and implementation of strategic policy initiatives that help shape future outcomes. This is an excellent opportunity for a policy professional who enjoys analysing complex issues, engaging with stakeholders and delivering meaningful reform in a fast-paced workplace.

Key Responsibilities

- Contribute to the development and implementation of policy, reform projects and strategic initiatives.
- Analyse complex issues and provide evidence-based recommendations.
- Prepare high-quality briefs, reports, presentations and correspondence.
- Build and maintain productive relationships with internal and external stakeholders.
- Support engagement activities and contribute to policy implementation outcomes.
- Use sound judgement and initiative to progress work with limited supervision.

About You

- Strong analytical, research and problem-solving skills.
- Ability to communicate complex information clearly and concisely.
- Experience working effectively in a fast-paced environment with competing priorities.
- Strong stakeholder engagement and relationship management skills.
- Demonstrated ability to work independently while contributing to a collaborative team environment.

Desirable

- Program governance or project planning experience.
- Experience within disability reform, social policy or related areas.




- Experience delivering complex procurement outcomes.

As this role is with a Federal Government Agency, applicants must be Australian Citizens and willing to undergo the required pre-employment screening checks. Click Apply Now!

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DFP welcomes applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, people with diverse cultural and linguistic backgrounds and people with disability. In addition, DFP will provide reasonable adjustments for individuals with disability throughout the recruitment process. If you identify as a person with disability and require adjustments to the application, recruitment, selection and/or assessment process, please advise via @dfp.com.au or 1300 337 and indicate your preferred method of communication (email, phone, text) so we can keep in touch and meet your accessibility needs.

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📌 Policy Officer (Adelaide)
🏢 Dfp Recruitment
📍 Adelaide