Policy/Program Officer

10 hours ago


Canberra, ACT, Australia Onpoint 365 Full time

9-month contract, up to 12-months available in extension possibilities
- Located in Canberra
- Competitive rates at an APS4/5 level

**Policy/ Program Officer**
- **9-month contract, up to 12-months available in extension possibilities**:

- **Located in Canberra**:

- **Competitive rates at an APS4/5 level**:

- **Baseline security clearance minimum**

Our Federal Government client is seeking a motivated
**Policy/ Program Officer** with strong administrative skills

**About the role**:

- Contribute to planning and implementation of program activities
- Assist with stakeholder management in support of program activities, including record keeping of stakeholder liaison and correspondence
- Assist with monitoring and managing contracts, budgets, service agreements and financial administration for programs
- Provide administrative support to senior staff including preparation and collation of papers, arranging travel and accommodation and broader logístical support
- Provide secretariat support to steering committees in support of governance arrangements
- Draft briefings, minutes and internal documents

**Ideally you will have**:

- Demonstrated strong organisational skills, including the ability to multi-task and manage competing priorities
- Demonstrated ability to achieve results and thrive in a fast-paced, diverse and uncertain environment
- Strong stakeholder management skills with an ability to build and maintain relationships
- Excellent communication skills, including demonstrated ability to produce high quality written work for a variety of audiences
- Support and contribute to ongoing continuous improvement activities

**How to apply**:
Applications received after submission may be considered for similar roles.

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**Reference: 1290384



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