Senior Policy Officer in Canberra

If you enjoy translating complex problems into practical policy solutions, this role offers a unique opportunity to work across a diverse range of strategic economic development priorities. The Economic Development Division is seeking a Senior Policy Officer to join the Legislation and Strategy team within the Policy, Strategy and Projects Branch. In this role, you will contribute to a diverse range of policy, legislative and strategic projects that support economic growth, investment and workforce development across the Territory. You will work collaboratively with colleagues and stakeholders to develop evidence-based advice, coordinate strategic initiatives and support the delivery of government priorities.

We are seeking someone with strong analytical and communication skills, sound judgement and a collaborative approach to problem solving. The successful applicant will be organised, adaptable and capable of producing high-quality work while managing multiple priorities. Experience in policy development, project coordination, governance or legislative processes will be highly regarded.

Key responsibilities:

• Contribute to policy, project and strategic advice, including reports, briefs, submissions and correspondence.
• Support policy and program design through research, analysis and evaluation.
• Build and maintain effective stakeholder relationships across government and external organisations.
• Coordinate governance and project activities, including secretariat support and governance documentation.
• Support procurement activities and ensure compliance with relevant frameworks and processes.
• Prepare key documentation, including business cases, Cabinet submissions, Question Time briefs and reports.
• Provide administrative and operational support to deliver business outcomes and maintain effective branch operations.
• Contribute to a positive, collaborative and high-performing team culture, undertaking other duties as required.

What we are looking for:

• Demonstrated ability to prepare written documents for various audiences, including a range of high-level documents and correspondence within a complex social, political and organisational environment.
• Demonstrated ability to plan, prioritise, and coordinate procedures and workflows.
• Demonstrated ability to analyse, research and succinctly present relevant information on complex matters.

We are committed to creating an inclusive environment where people with diverse thoughts, lived experience, and perspectives can thrive and contribute their unique talents to the ACTPS and ACT community. We encourage Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, people with disability, people with culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds, veterans, younger and older workers, and people with diverse genders, sexes and sexualities to apply.

Note: This is a temporary position available from 5 January 2027 until 30 June 2027 with the possibility of extension up to 12 months and/or permanency. A Merit Pool will be established from this selection process and will be used to fill vacancies over the next 12 months. Selection may be based on application and referee reports only. Opportunities for flexible working options could include hybrid working, being a combination of working from home, designated office based and FlexiSpace working locations across the ACT, part‑time hours, job‑sharing, flexible start, and finish times.

The ACT public service is committed to closing the gap, underpinned by the belief that when Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples have a genuine say in the design and delivery of policies, programs and services that affect them, better life outcomes are achieved.