APS 6 level Senior Policy Officer

We are seeking a Senior Policy Officer at APS 6 Level to contribute to strategic policy development and implementation across key government programs. In this role, you will provide high-quality policy advice, conduct research and analysis, and engage with a range of stakeholders, including ministers, parliamentary offices, and community organisations. The role is available in either Sydney NSW or Canberra ACT.

Key Responsibilities:

• Develop strategic policy advice aligned with government and agency priorities.
• Prepare ministerial briefs, submissions, reports, and correspondence.
• Support engagement with ministers, ministerial offices, and parliamentary processes.
• Conduct research and analysis to inform evidence-based policy.
• Assist in managing policy projects, including planning, coordination, and reporting.
• Monitor policy trends, risks, and opportunities.
• Build and maintain effective relationships with internal and external stakeholders.

Benefits

• Competitive pay rate of $60.26 per hour, including casual loading, providing you with financial stability and recognition for your expertise.
• 12% superannuation to secure your future and support your retirement planning.
• Start date ASAP, allowing you to embark on this exciting opportunity without delay.
• Full-time position, offering 37.5 hours per week, Monday to Friday, enabling a healthy work-life balance and time.

• Gain experience in senior policy development within the APS environment.

About You
To succeed in this role, you will bring:

• Strong understanding of public policy development and Australian Government processes.
• Experience preparing ministerial and executive briefings.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
• Ability to manage competing priorities independently and collaboratively.
• Experience in program management, contract/grant administration, and financial compliance.
• Strong stakeholder engagement skills and cultural awareness, particularly with First Nations communities.

Desirable:

• Experience working with First Nations organisations and community-led approaches.
• Knowledge of co-design and place-based program development.
• Familiarity with APS Values, Code of Conduct, and program management frameworks.
• Formal qualifications in public administration, project management, or community development.

Please note you do need to be an AUSTRALIAN CITIZEN for this Federal Government role.

Positions close for submissions at COB TUESDAY 18th November 2025.

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 hoban.com.au/adjustments for additional contact details.