Policy Officer

6 days ago


Melbourne, Australia Hudson Australia Full time

flexhive is your on-demand talent platform. We are seeking experienced Policy Officers across Canberra government agencies. This job will help you learn and gain exposure to various government bodies.

**Our Policy Officer roles**:

- **3** full-time positions across Canberra
- From $65 + Super
- Flexible admin temp contracts durations & extension opportunities
- Hybrid environments (on-site and WFH)
- Most jobs are in urban locations and close to public transport
- Easy to fill timesheet, on-time weekly payment, and option for Real-Time Remuneration

**As a Policy Officer working for a government agency,** your role and **responsibilities** will include but not be limited to:

- Consulting with stakeholders, conducting literature reviews, and developing recommendations for policy changes or improvements.
- Providing advice and guidance on policy issues to senior officials within your agency, government ministers, or other stakeholders.
- Drafting reports and briefing notes and other documents to communicate policy recommendations and updates to stakeholders.
- Conducting research and analyzing data to support your recommendations and ensure that your policies are evidence-based.
- Establishing the necessary systems, tools, and administrative processes to support policy development
- Prepare and, as appropriate, present discussion papers, submissions, reports, and briefings for committees, expert bodies, ministers, or key decision-makers

Overall, as a Policy Officer working for a government agency, you will be responsible for ensuring that policies are developed, implemented, and monitored effectively, with a focus on achieving positive outcomes for stakeholders and the broader community.

Join our dynamic team and take advantage of the many benefits that come with being a flexstarter in our talent pool. From access to 50+ retail savings and preferential rates, your possibilities are endless.

Our simple three-step recruitment process includes:

- Application (you are here)
- Work preferences survey
- Online chat interview
- Get shortlisted for this role or discover more job opportunities.

**flexhive by Hudson opens a world of flexible jobs at your fingertips. We employ 100+ staff, pay over 1200 temps in Australia & New Zealand and grow weekly.

flexhive is part of Hudson Recruitment Group, one of APAC's most prominent independent recruitment agencies.


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