Closes: 13 November 2026

Classification: Senior Officer Grade B
Salary: $149,172 - $167,151 plus superannuation
Position No: 34431
Directorate: Chief Minister, Treasury and Economic Development
Advertised (Gazettal date): 30 October 2026
Contact Officer: Stephanie Wilson on [email protected] or (02) 6207 3242

Details: This position plays a pivotal role in supporting the delivery of the ACT Government’s economic development priorities through the leadership of complex policy, legislation and governance. Reporting to either the Executive Branch Manager – Policy, Strategy and Projects or the Senior Director, Legislation and Strategy, the Director will lead the development and implementation of strategic economic development initiatives, legislative reviews and amendments, board appointment processes, governance frameworks, and high-level committee secretariat functions. The role requires strong analytical and problem-solving skills, sound judgement, and the ability to provide high-quality advice on complex and sensitive issues to Ministers, executives, and senior stakeholders.

We are looking for an experienced leader with excellent strategic thinking, research and analysis skills, communication, and experience in leading projects from concept to delivery. The successful applicant will be adept at building collaborative relationships across government, industry, and the community, managing competing priorities, and working with a multidisciplinary team to deliver high-quality outcomes. Experience in strategic policy development, legislation reforms, governance, procurement, and working in a fast-paced environment will be highly regarded. The ability to foster a positive and high-performing team culture, mentor staff, and drive continuous improvement will be essential to success in this role.

We are committed to creating an inclusive setting where people with diverse thoughts, lived experience, and perspectives can thrive and contribute their unique talents to the ACTPS and ACT community.



We encourage Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, people with disability, people with culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds, veterans, younger and older workers, and people with diverse genders, sexes and sexualities to apply.

Eligibility/Other requirements: There are no mandatory qualifications for this position.

Note: This is a temporary position available from 14 December 2026 for a period of nine months with the possibility of extension up to 12 months and/or permanency

A Merit Pool will be established from this selection process and will be used to fill vacancies over the next 12 months.

Selection may be based on application and referee reports only.

Opportunities for flexible working options could include hybrid working, being a combination of working from home, designated office based and FlexiSpace working locations across the ACT, part-time hours, job-sharing, flexible start, and finish times.

How to Apply: Interested officers should submit:

- A current curriculum vitae (maximum two pages); and
- A two-page statement outlining how your skills, experience and capabilities align with the requirements of the role.

Applications should be submitted .

Note: Under the ACTPS employment framework you may be placed in another role where required for the efficient administration of the service.

Where an offer of employment is for a fixed-term period, any related temporary contracts within the Territory will be issued in compliance with the requirements and applicable exceptions outlined in the Fair Work Act.

The ACT public service is committed to closing the gap, underpinned by the belief that when Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people have a genuine say in the design and delivery of policies, programs and services that affect them, better life outcomes are achieved. More information can be found here ACT Closing the Gap Implementation Plan - ACT Government Transparency Portal.

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This is a temporary position available from 14 December 2026 for a period of nine months with the possibility of extension up to 12 months and/or permanency

📌 Director - Legislation and Strategy | Full-time Temporary with a Possibility of Permanency (Canberra)
🏢 Chief Minister, Treasury and Economic Development
📍 Canberra