- Federal Government Agency
- 12-Month Contract
- Hybrid Working Arrangement

APS6 Program & Policy Officer - VIC

Reasons to Apply - At a Glance

- Contribute to complex policy and program reforms that improve the effectiveness, sustainability and integrity of plan management arrangements.
- Work on high-priority reform and strategic commissioning initiatives within a large Federal Government agency.
- Join a collaborative team with hybrid working arrangements and opportunities across QLD, NSW, VIC, TAS and SA.

Mandatory Requirements

- Australian Citizenship.
- Ability to complete an Employment Suitability Check and Police Check.

Your Recent Company

Your organisation delivers a national support system for Australians living with disability, funding essential services tailored to individual needs and helping people work towards their goals. This opportunity sits within a Federal Government agency delivering significant policy, program and reform initiatives to strengthen outcomes.

Your New Role

As an APS6 Policy and Program Officer, you will support the design and delivery of complex reforms relating to plan management arrangements, strategic commissioning and broader agency priorities. You will apply sound judgement, analytical thinking and program management expertise to progress complex work and support informed decision-making.

You will be responsible for:

- Developing and implementing reform policies, strategies and projects aligned with agency and commissioning priorities.
- Coordinating complex reform activities, including project plans, milestones, progress, risks and dependencies.
- Undertaking research and policy analysis to develop evidence-based options and recommendations.
- Preparing high-quality briefs, reports, presentations and decision papers for senior executives and governance forums.
- Supporting program governance, performance monitoring and reporting to deliver agreed outcomes.




- Building productive stakeholder relationships and applying sound judgement to resolve complex matters.

What You Will Need to Succeed

The successful applicant will demonstrate:

- Experience delivering complex policy, program, reform or project work in a complex environment.
- Knowledge of strategic commissioning and procurement processes.
- Strong analytical, strategic thinking and problem-solving skills, with the ability to develop evidence-based advice.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills, including briefs and reports for government or senior executive audiences.
- Sound judgement and the ability to work independently, manage risks and balance competing priorities.
- Strong stakeholder engagement skills, adaptability and a team-oriented approach to delivering outcomes

The Logistics

- 12-Month contract starting in early January
- Hourly rate of $60.26 + Super
- Locations available across QLD, NSW, VIC, TAS and SA.
- Full-time hybrid working arrangement, including office-based and work-from-home requirements.
- The role reports to an EL1 Assistant Director and has no supervisory responsibilities.
- Australian Citizenship and pre-employment screening are mandatory.

What You'll Get in Return

- The opportunity to contribute to significant policy and program reform.
- Exposure to strategic commissioning, program governance and senior executive decision-making.
- A collaborative, high-performing team environment.
- Hybrid work flexibility across multiple Australian locations.
- The chance to strengthen your experience within a large Federal Government agency.

What You Need to Do Now

If this role sounds like an opportunity you would be interested in pursuing, click 'Apply Now' or forward your current CV to ***********@hays.com.au. Please include a short summary outlining your suitability for the role, along with the location to which you are applying.

*Due to the high volume of applications we are currently receiving, we may not be able to respond to every phone call or email. We appreciate your patience and understanding during this busy period.*

📌 Program & Policy Officer - VIC (Melbourne)
🏢 Hays Recruitment
📍 Melbourne