APS6 Policy Officer
Are you a sharp policy mind ready to drive real-world impact in Australia's disability reform space?
Join a dynamic team delivering critical policy changes, engaging key stakeholders, and shaping optimal outcomes across the sector. If you thrive in fast-paced environments, exercise strong initiative, and write top-tier briefings for executive leadership, this is your chance to make a lasting difference.
The Details:
- Start: ASAP
- Role Type: Full-Time Contract through to 31st December 2026 (possible extension)
- Location: Newcastle, Port Macquarie, Taree, Coffs Harbour, Gosford, Tamworth
- Pay Rate: $60.26 per hour + super
- Work Rights: Australian Citizenship required
Key Responsibilities:
- Develop, implement, and review reform policies, project documents, and corporate strategies related to the reform agenda.
- Identify, build, and manage critical relationships with key internal and external stakeholders.
- Design and lead stakeholder engagement activities to guide project direction.
- Analyze complex data and technical inputs to deliver sound policy recommendations.
- Exercise judgement and expertise under limited direction to resolve complex and sensitive policy issues.
- Prepare high-standard policy papers, reports, briefs, and correspondence for government audiences.
Skills & Experience Required:
- Qualifications: A relevant bachelor degree is highly desirable or equivalent work experience in lieu of formal qualifications.
- Policy & Strategy: Experience developing and implementing policy, analysing data and information, preparing and reviewing policy papers, reports, presentations, briefings and correspondence.
- Analytical & Research: Strong analytical, conceptual, and problem-solving skills with the ability to synthesize complex data into actionable recommendations.
- Communication & Stakeholder Engagement: Exceptional communication and stakeholder engagement skills, with the ability to build productive working relationships, communicate information clearly, and incorporate feedback to achieve positive outcomes.
- Agility & Independence: Ability to work autonomously under limited direction, exercise sound decision-making, and adapt to emerging priorities in a fast paced environment.
- Desirable Experience: Background in disability sector reform, program/project governance, or complex government procurement within political contexts.
Apply Now: Apply online now with your CV and Cover letter or reach out to Maddy Hellawell at Maddy.hellawell@randstad.com.au with any questions.
Please Note: Applications close Wednesday 16 September 2026. Any applications received after this date will be considered as an Expression of Interest in case other similar opportunities become available.
At Randstad, we are passionate about providing equal employment opportunities and embracing diversity to the benefit of all. We actively encourage applications from any background.
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