APS 6 Policy Officer

HOBAN Recruitment is seeking an experienced APS6 Policy Officer to support a Federal Government agency based in Deakin, ACT. This is an exciting opportunity for a policy professional who enjoys working on complex reform initiatives, stakeholder engagement, and delivering high-quality policy advice in a fast-paced environment.

About the Role As an APS6 Policy Officer, you will contribute to significant policy reform activities and provide strategic policy advice, analysis, and recommendations. You will work collaboratively with internal and external stakeholders to support the development and implementation of policy, projects, and initiatives.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and implement policy, strategies, and projects aligned with reform priorities.
• Conduct detailed policy analysis and provide evidence-based recommendations.
• Prepare high-quality policy papers, briefings, reports, presentations, and correspondence.
• Build and maintain effective relationships with a range of stakeholders.
• Support and lead consultation and engagement activities.
• Analyse data and technical information to inform decision-making.
• Contribute to project delivery and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Manage sensitive and complex issues while exercising sound judgment and initiative.

About You To be successful, you will demonstrate:

• Experience in policy development, analysis, and implementation.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and critical thinking skills.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to prepare high-quality government-style documentation.
• Strong stakeholder engagement and relationship management capabilities.
• Sound judgement and decision-making skills.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively within a team environment.
• Experience working within a government or policy-focused environment will be highly regarded.

Desirable Experience

• Strategic policy experience.
• Experience supporting reform programs, projects, or complex initiatives.
• Understanding of legislation, governance, or procurement frameworks.
• Knowledge of the disability sector is advantageous.
• Relevant tertiary qualifications or equivalent experience.

Eligibility

• Australian Citizenship is required.
• Ability to obtain and maintain a National Police Check.

Apply Now If you are a skilled APS6 Policy Officer looking for your next opportunity within the Federal Government sector, we'd love to hear from you.

Apply today through HOBAN Recruitment and take the next step in your policy career.


At HOBAN we encourage applications from people with disability, people from diverse cultural and linguistic backgrounds, people of all genders, LGBTI people, and Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people.

We provide reasonable adjustments; including alternate formats to the recruitment process for individuals with disability. If you require an adjustment to be made during the recruitment process, please email our Adjustments Coordinator at adjustments@hoban.com.au or visit www.hoban.com.au/adjustments for additional contact details.