El1 Policy/program Officer

5 days ago

Canberra, Australia Hudson Australia Full time

flexhive is your on-demand talent platform. We are seeking for experienced Policy & Program Officers to work across several Federal government agencies. This position presents an opportunity for professional development and knowledge acquisition through exposure to diverse government entities.

Opportunity to work on a diverse range of projects, including policy development, program design and implementation, and project management, collaborating with stakeholders from government agencies, industry groups, and community organizations.

**About the role**:

- Full-time positions across Canberra
- Flexible contracts durations with possible extensions
- 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

**Responsibilities**:
As EL 1 Policy and Program Officer you will play an essential role in the development, implementation, and evaluation of policies and programs. Your responsibilities include but not limited to:

- Developing policies that align with the government's objectives, priorities, and legislation. Analyze research and data to identify policy options, assess their potential impact, and make recommendations to senior management.
- Design and implement programs that support the government's policies. Develop program objectives, performance indicators, and implementation plans, and work with stakeholders to ensure that programs are delivered effectively.
- Monitor progress, and ensure that projects are delivered on time and within budget.
- Engage with stakeholders, including government agencies, industry groups, and community organizations, to gather input and build support for policies and programs.
- Evaluate policies and programs to assess their effectiveness and identify areas for improvement.

Overall, an EL 1 Policy and Program Officer plays a critical role in shaping the direction of government policies and programs, ensuring that they align with the government's objectives and deliver benefits to the community.

**Requirements**:

- Experience working in a government - EL 1
- Strong project management skills, including the ability to plan, organize, and manage multiple projects simultaneously, are typically required for these roles.
- Excellent communication, problem-solving, and analytical skills are also essential.
- Knowledge of government processes and procedures, as well as knowledge of relevant legislation and policies, is usually required.
- To work in the federal government, a security clearance is required.

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 four-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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