Job Description

Our federal government client is responsible for developing a significant national strategy, in consultation with industry, state and territory governments and the community.

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This work reflects findings from recent parliamentary inquiries, as well as research from national research and industry bodies. The strategy is due for release in 2027.

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The Opportunity

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This role sits with our federal government client, in a team responsible for policy development, drafting and stakeholder engagement for a significant national strategy.

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You will work alongside colleagues managing research, secretariat support, communications and project reporting, contributing directly to a policy document that will shape government's future approach in this area.

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Our client engages widely across government, including through a national advisory council and a range of interdepartmental working groups, as well as with industry and community stakeholders.

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You'll have an opportunity to:

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- Contribute directly to the drafting of a national strategy, with a confirmed 2027 release
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- Work across policy, research, stakeholder engagement and communications in one role, rather than a narrow remit
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- Gain exposure to departmental and ministerial briefing processes
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- Build experience providing secretariat support to a ministerial-level advisory council
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- Work across a broad stakeholder base spanning government, industry and community organisations
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The Role

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In this role, you will support our federal government client across policy development, stakeholder engagement, communications and project coordination.

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Your responsibilities will include:

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- Contributing to drafting a national strategy
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- Assisting with research and analysis activities to support policy development
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- Providing administrative and secretariat support for working groups, interdepartmental meetings, a national advisory council and stakeholder engagement activities
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- Managing project stakeholders,



including maintaining databases, planning engagement activities and managing group mailboxes
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- Developing and updating communications material, including the project webpage, social media, emails and digital stories
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- Supporting engagement activities with internal and external stakeholders
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- Monitoring project timelines, deliverables and milestones, and contribute to project tracking and reporting
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- Assisting with preparing departmental and ministerial briefs, papers, input to speeches and Ministerial correspondence
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- Contributing to quality assurance of project and program materials, including executive briefs, reports, dashboards and procurement documentation
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The Ideal Person

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You're comfortable moving between policy drafting, stakeholder coordination and administrative detail, and you stay organised when priorities shift across a broad, multi-stakeholder program.

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You will bring the following skills and experience:

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- Experience in policy development, research or analysis, ideally within government or a related environment
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- Solid written communication skills, with the ability to draft briefs, correspondence and communications material for different audiences
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- The ability to manage multiple stakeholders and competing deadlines with accuracy and attention to detail
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- Australian citizenship, with the ability to obtain and maintain a Baseline security clearance
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It would also be beneficial if you have:

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- Experience providing secretariat or governance support to committees or working groups
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- Familiarity with digital communications channels such as webpages and social media
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Salary

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- $70/hr – $78/hr + Super
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- Labour hire contract for an initial 6 months, with the option to extend for a further 3 months
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- Based in Canberra with hybrid working arrangements; applications welcome from across Australia
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HorizonOne is committed to building a diverse and inclusive workforce and we encourage applications from people of all cultures, capabilities and backgrounds.

📌 Policy Officer (Canberra)
🏢 HorizonOne Recruitment
📍 Canberra