El 1 Assistant Director - Senior Policy Officer

About Our Client Our clients division plays a key role in the Australian Government's investments in major projects. Their work connects, and enriches every Australian community, underpins our economy and society, and empowers our regions. They provide strategic policy advice and deliver programs, projects and infrastructure that touch the lives of every Australian.

The Division provides policy advice to Government and works closely with state and territory governments, and peak bodies, to support the delivery of nationally significant projects that drive productivity and social development.

This opportunity is across a five-year multi-billion-dollar funding agreement between the Commonwealth and State/Territory governments for the development of major projects.

These positions are ideally suited to individuals seeking career progression, given the high profile nature of the work and exposure to the Senior Executives. This role offers you the opportunity to develop your experience with Commonwealth-State relations and reform thinking, while also providing you with the opportunity to practise co-design skills in a negotiating context.

This reform is central to many whole-of-government priorities, and their work touches on decarbonisation, First Nations outcomes, recyclables and the circular economy, gender equality, support for local industry, and resilience to natural disasters.

Job Description As an EL 1, you will put your policy skills to good use supporting the Minister, Secretary and Senior Executives to develop the FFAS or support other reform policy and budget strategy roles, while being a part of the team's leadership. Key to the role will be providing policy support for the negotiations and/or conducting research and analysis to provide informed advice to the Senior Executive on stakeholder engagements.

As part of this role you will help negotiate bilateral targets with the states and territories, and draft content and supporting guidance material for the new project or other reform activities.

You will have great opportunities to contribute your ideas to these important reforms. There may also be the opportunity to supervise staff.

The Successful Applicant Our ideal Policy officer will:

have sound written skills, including an ability to analyse and synthesise information, and apply critical reasoning;have an interest in and capability for policy development;display excellent workplace behaviours for taking ownership of work, being organised and proactive;be able to work well both independently and as a member of a small diverse team; andenjoy working in a fast-paced, high profile environment. What's on Offer What you'll get in return

This is a great opportunity to join a dynamic and dedicated team that is committed to making a difference for all Australians. You will enjoy a supportive and flexible work environment, attractive remuneration and benefits, flexibility and ongoing learning and development opportunities.

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