el1 assistant director strategic policy

• Key Leadership Role, Strategic Policy
• Federal Government, Disability Sector
• National Footprint, Flexible Work Arrangements

Are you a strategic policy professional who wants to make an impact on a national scale by driving policy delivery, stakeholder engagement, and strategic reform?

I am currently partnering with a prominent Federal Government client in the disability sector with an exciting and specialised role of EL1 Assistant Director, Strategic Policy. This is a critical role within the agency's policy and reform functions.

About the Opportunity

In this key role, you will lead the delivery and implementation of key reform projects and translate high-level thinking into strategic products for senior executives and Ministers. You will apply structured problem-solving, evaluate risks in a complex operating environment, and lead policy development to advance key national initiatives.

Key Responsibilities:

• Leading the delivery, implementation, and analysis of reform projects and strategic policy issues in line with broader reform programs.
• Translating high-level thinking into high-quality strategic products, including papers, reports, presentations, briefings, and ministerial correspondence.
• Engaging, negotiating, and building unified positions with internal and external stakeholders to influence practical solutions for policy implementation.
• Collecting and analysing data to inform advice, recommendations, and risk evaluations in a dynamic environment.
• Providing team leadership, contributing to a positive workplace culture, and managing resources effectively.

Ideally you will possess:

• Analytical & Conceptual Skills: Proven ability to rapidly solve complex problems at pace using hypothesis-led or structured methodologies with limited direction.
• Stakeholder Management: Exceptional communication, judgement, and negotiation skills to build productive relationships and handle feedback constructively.
• Adaptability & Drive: Strong ability to flexibly adapt and lead changing priorities within a complex operating environment, with a passion for driving reform.
• Policy & Government Expertise: Experience developing strategic policy, working with government audiences, and managing program governance or project planning methodologies.
• Desirable Experience: Exposure to disability reform, complex procurements, legislative frameworks, or strategic commissioning.

How to Apply:

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PLEASE NOTE: You Must be an Australian Citizen to be eligible for this position

For a confidential discussion and to find out more about this opportunity, please call Sonia Charman from Randstad on 8468 8007.

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