Policy Officer
ACT Location - Federal Government Client
Summary about this job
Policy, Planning & Regulation
Company: Chandler Macleod Group
Location: ACT
Work type: Contract/Temp
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Phone: +61-7-3051-6792
Fax: +61-8-4563-6084
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Detail information about job Policy Officer. Terms and conditions vacancy
As one of the Australia’s largest providers of human resources solutions, Chandler Macleod has a proven track record of unleashing potential in people and companies. For over 40 years Chandler Macleod’s recruitment business has connected leading-edge projects and employers with outstanding business professionals.
We are currently seeking a Policy Officer who holds a current Baseline Security Clearance or higher clearance for our Federal Government Client. This exciting opportunity will be until 31 December 2018 with a possible 12 months extension option.
As the Policy Officer, you will possess well developed written, analytical and organisational skills that enable you to support the taskforce in Canberra.
Working closely with the Manager, the role requires strong communication, organisational and negotiating skills to interact with a wide range of stakeholders, including ministerial staff, departmental executive and Commonwealth agencies.
The role will include, but not limited to:
• complete agreed work in a timely manner
• work with limited supervision and take responsibility in managing and delivering delegated tasks
• work effectively and collaboratively with the team to achieve the project outcomes
• assist the managers of the section with ad-hoc tasks as directed
• demonstrate genuine commitment to the project
Responsibilities of the role include:
• Interpreting, drafting and reviewing policy and procedural directions
• Preparing draft reports, briefing papers, Ministerial correspondence and discussion papers
• Providing advice on more complex areas of policy
• Liaising with internal and external stakeholders
• Conducting research and analysis
• Building and maintaining relationships with stakeholders
• Developing budget/financial proposals
Selection Criteria
1. A minimum of 3 years’ experience in policy related roles, ideally within the Commonwealth Government.
2. Understanding and experience with Commonwealth Government New Policy Proposals.
3. Sound communication skills (both written and verbal) with well developed interpersonal skills and judgement.
4. Ability to work as part of a team with minimal supervision and a hands on delivery approach.
If you would like to be considered for the role, please either APPLY NOW and submit your CV, or contact Aruna Hewawasam on 02 6268 9959 or [email protected]