Assistant Director, Housing Policy

19 hours ago


Canberra, Australia ACT Government Full time

Do you enjoy a challenge and want to be part of a high performing team that tackles complex social and economic policy issues head on? This is a fantastic opportunity for you to contribute to achieving great outcomes for the ACT community.
A new team is being established within Treasury with responsibility for housing strategy and policy. We are looking for enthusiastic and committed self-starters to join our team, with an aptitude for undertaking policy research, analysis and development.
As a member of the team, you will contribute to the wellbeing of Canberrans through your advice on a range of projects and policy proposals.
As a Director, you will lead and oversee policy advice and development on complex issues, build and maintain strong and productive working relationships, and assist the Executive Branch Manager with the management of the team.
As an Assistant Director, you will work effectively with limited supervision to produce high quality policy advice and development of new policy, work across government to deliver outcomes, and assist with the supervision of junior team members.
As a Senior Policy Officer, under the supervision of senior staff, you will produce high quality analysis and policy advice and contribute to a range of policy processes.
The ACT Public Service supports workforce diversity and is committed to creating an inclusive workplace. As part of this commitment, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, people with disability, culturally and linguistically diverse people and those who identify as LGBTIQ+ are encouraged to apply. Hear about CMTEDD from some of our staff.

**Eligibility/other Requirements**:To be eligible for permanent employment within the ACT Public Service you must be an Australian citizen or a permanent resident.

**Note**:
This is a temporary opportunity available immediately for a period of three months with the possibility of extension up to 12 months and/or permanency.



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