Job Description

Job Title: Senior Policy Officer

Security Clearance: Must hold Baseline Security Clearance

Duration: Initial 8 months with 1 x 4-month extension

Industry: Government Policy and Administration

Functional Expertise: Policy Development and Implementation

Sub-functional Expertise: Policy Research, Regulatory Analysis, Stakeholder Engagement, Project Management and Government Briefings

Location of work: Canberra, ACT

Working arrangements: Hybrid – Flexible working arrangements, including a combination of office-based and working from home, may be considered subject to agreement.

Closing date: 9AM Wednesday, 28 October 2026

Description

Our client is seeking an experienced Senior Policy Officer to support policy development, implementation planning and stakeholder engagement activities.

The successful candidate will undertake policy research and analysis, prepare evidence-based advice and briefing materials, and contribute to the development and implementation of complex government policy initiatives.

Working collaboratively with technical and non-technical stakeholders, the Senior Policy Officer will analyse regulatory, commercial and operational information, translate complex issues into accessible advice, and support project planning and governance activities.

This position requires strong analytical skills, excellent written communication, sound judgement and the ability to manage competing priorities while delivering high-quality outcomes within agreed timeframes.

Responsibilities

• Undertake policy research and analysis to support the development and implementation of government policy initiatives.

• Prepare clear, concise and evidence-based policy advice, briefings, submissions, correspondence and meeting materials.

• Coordinate input and advice across multiple business areas to support policy development and decision-making.

• Analyse technical, regulatory, commercial and stakeholder information to identify key issues and policy implications.

• Translate complex information into accessible policy advice and public-facing materials.

• Contribute to project planning and implementation activities, including governance, risk management, reporting, deliverables and dependencies.

• Support stakeholder consultation and engagement activities, including coordination with industry representatives and community stakeholders.

• Maintain accurate records of stakeholder discussions, decisions and meeting outcomes.

• Respond to requests for policy input, advice and research.

• Collaborate with internal teams and external stakeholders to support effective policy and program delivery.

• Identify emerging issues, assess policy risks and contribute to the development of practical solutions.

• Support broader policy development and project management activities as required.

Requirements

• Demonstrated experience undertaking policy research, analysis and development.

• Strong written communication skills, including the ability to prepare high-quality policy advice, briefings, submissions and correspondence.

• Ability to analyse complex technical, regulatory, commercial and stakeholder information.

• Experience supporting policy implementation planning, project governance and risk management.

• Strong stakeholder engagement and consultation skills.

• Ability to coordinate information and advice across multiple business areas.

• Demonstrated ability to exercise sound judgement and manage competing priorities.

• Strong organisational and time management skills, with the ability to deliver quality work within agreed timeframes.

• Ability to work collaboratively with technical and non-technical stakeholders.

• Experience preparing reports, maintaining records and supporting project deliverables.

• Must hold Baseline Security Clearance.

Key Capabilities

• Policy Research and Analysis: Ability to undertake detailed research, evaluate evidence and develop practical policy advice.

• Government Briefing and Written Communication: Strong capability in preparing clear, concise and accurate policy documents, submissions and correspondence.

• Regulatory and Technical Analysis: Ability to interpret complex regulatory, commercial and technical information and communicate its policy implications.

• Stakeholder Engagement: Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to build effective working relationships with internal and external stakeholders.

• Project Planning and Governance: Understanding of project implementation, governance arrangements, risk management and reporting.

• Critical Thinking and Problem Solving: Ability to identify emerging issues, assess risks and recommend evidence-based solutions.

• Collaboration and Coordination: Ability to work across multiple teams and coordinate contributions to policy and project outcomes.

• Time Management and Prioritisation: Demonstrated ability to manage competing demands and deliver work within agreed deadlines.

Essential Criteria

The source document requests a one-page cover letter addressing the role's mandatory skills but does not provide a separately defined list of essential selection criteria.

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Desirable Criteria

- Experience in telecommunications, infrastructure, regulatory policy or complex Australian Government policy implementation would be advantageous but is not essential.

How to apply

Please submit your application including your resume and a completed application form addressing the essential and desirable criteria. Ensure your application highlights your experience and any relevant certifications.