Aps5 - Aps6 Policy Officer - Cyber and Technology

1 week ago


Canberra, Australia HorizonOne Recruitment Full time

Our client is a **small federal government agency** considered to be a prestigious, much sought after Commonwealth employer. They are responsible for providing strategic and policy leadership on whole-of-government, shared information and communications technology investments and digital service delivery.

They are at the cutting edge of government agile delivery and are challenging the status quo. Small in size, but with a whole of government impact, they pride themselves on being able to change the way the public sector engages.

**The Opportunity**:
There are several opportunities for enthusiastic and capable individuals to fill multiple **APS5 and APS6** **Policy Officer** positions. You can be engaged on either a s26 permanent transfer (for APS employees) or a 6-month non-ongoing contract (for non-APS employees).

You will be responsible for supporting major reforms to the way cyber security and hosting services are delivered across government to better strengthen government IT.

This is an opportunity to:

- Support the work towards creating whole-of-government **cyber security reforms**:

- Contribute to a **high volume** of work, supporting **priority policies** and reform projects
- Join dynamic, fast-paced working environment
- **Canberra** and **Sydney** locations with the ability to work from home 1-3 days per week

**The Role**:
Your key responsibilities as an **APS5** **or APS6** **Policy Officer** include:

- Report initiative progress and ensure delivery towards deadlines and milestones
- Undertake research and develop papers for senior meetings and engagements
- Consult key stakeholders and get their input into key deliverables and reports
- Draft documents, communications, and other materials to support the initiative
- Provide mentorship, support and advice to junior staff

**The Ideal Person**:
To be successful in this role, you will need **generalist** **APS policy and administrative skills.** You don’t require previous digital policy, ICT or cyber experience.

You will also have the following skills:

- Excellent writing, research, and verbal communication skills
- The ability to prepare high level documents, papers, reports, and briefings with mínimal supervision
- An ability to support junior staff and provide feedback, advice and mentorship_ _
- You must be an _**_Australian citizen_**_ willing to undergo a _**_police check_**_ and _**_Baseline security clearance_**_ to be successful for this role._

**Salary / Rate**:

- APS5: $76k - $84k + 15.4% super
- APS6: $84k - $100k + 15.4% super
- 6-month non-ongoing contract or permanent s26 opportunity
- Canberra and Sydney locations
- Work from home 1-3 days per week

**How to Apply**:
Alternatively, for a confidential discussion, please contact **Tabatha Gallaway** on 02 6108 4878 quoting ref no. **17377.



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