ASO6 Policy Officer role delivering high-level policy advice, briefings and ministerial correspondence.Your current companyHays is partnering with a South Australian Government agency to recruit an experienced ASO6 Policy Officer. This chance would suit a strong policy professional who is comfortable stepping into a busy environment and providing high-quality advice from day one.

Your new roleWorking within an internal policy function, you will undertake complex policy work and provide clear, considered advice on a range of matters. You will prepare high-quality briefings and ministerial correspondence, research and analyse policy issues, and work closely with internal stakeholders to support sound decision-making.

This is a role where you will need to quickly understand the issues at hand, work through competing priorities and produce concise, accurate written advice within tight timeframes.

What you'll need to succeed

- Demonstrated experience working at ASO6 level or equivalent in a policy role ideally within a Government setting
- Strong experience drafting briefings, ministerial and high-level written advice
- Excellent policy analysis, research, writing and stakeholder engagement skills
- Ability to quickly understand complex issues and work with limited direction




- Proven ability to manage competing priorities and meet tight deadlines
- The successful candidate must be willing to have a Hays paid national police clearance run prior to commencing

What you'll get in returnThis is an opportunity to step into a policy role where your experience and judgement will be valued. An immediate start is required for this role.

Temporary and Contract workers through Hays also enjoy a wide range of benefits including:

- Weekly pay cycles
- Nominated choice of superannuation fund
- Online timesheet submission and approval
- No hidden fees or costs for our services
- Regular contact with your consultant throughout the duration of your assignment

What you need to do now

Your Strategic Policy expert, Sonia Diestel-Feddersen is recruiting this exciting vacancy. If you meet the above brief, please apply via the link below. For a confidential discussion, please call Sonia Diestel-Feddersen or Georgia Galloway on 8231 3688.

Hays is committed to diversity and inclusion. We welcome applications from people of all backgrounds, including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, LGBTIQ+ communities, people with disability, and other diverse groups. We value the advantages a diverse workforce brings to our clients and communities.#3020431

📌 Policy Officer (Adelaide)
🏢 Hays
📍 Adelaide