EL1 Assistant Director, Strategic Policy

  • Australia
  • Australian Capital Territory
  • Contract
  • AU$0.00 - AU$602.55 per day + Super

EL1 Assistant Director, Strategic Policy | National | Jul 2026 – Dec 2026

About the Client

Our client is a Federal Government agency responsible for delivering nationally significant policy and reform initiatives. The organisation works across government, industry and community stakeholders to support evidence-based decision making and improve outcomes for Australians. This role sits within a policy environment focused on reform, implementation and stakeholder engagement.

About the Role

The EL1 Assistant Director, Strategic Policy will lead strategic policy development, reform implementation and stakeholder engagement activities within a complex government environment. The role requires strong analytical capability, sound judgement and the ability to manage relationships across a broad range of internal and external stakeholders. You will contribute to policy design, implementation planning, governance activities and strategic advice to support organisational priorities.

Key Responsibilities

  • Lead analysis of complex policy issues and provide evidence-based advice.
  • Develop policy papers, briefing materials, reports and correspondence.
  • Support delivery and implementation of policy and reform initiatives.
  • Engage with internal and external stakeholders to influence policy outcomes.
  • Lead consultation and engagement activities across diverse stakeholder groups.
  • Identify and manage risks within a complex operating environment.
  • Provide leadership and guidance to team members.
  • Contribute to branch planning, governance and continuous improvement activities.

Skills and Experience

  • Demonstrated experience in strategic policy development and implementation.
  • Strong stakeholder engagement and relationship management skills.
  • Experience preparing high-quality briefs, reports and policy documentation.
  • Strong analytical, conceptual and problem-solving capability.
  • Ability to exercise judgement in complex and sensitive environments.
  • Experience leading teams or coordinating policy activities within government or similar environments.

Qualifications

  • Relevant tertiary qualifications or equivalent professional experience.
  • Experience working within policy, reform, program or regulatory environments is highly regarded.

Eligibility / Other Requirements

  • Work Rights: Australian citizens only.
  • Pre-employment Checks: Relevant pre-employment checks may apply.
  • Security Clearance: No clearance requirement specified. Australian citizenship is required.

Why this role may appeal

This opportunity offers exposure to strategic policy development and implementation within a nationally significant reform environment. It provides the chance to influence policy outcomes, work closely with senior stakeholders and contribute to complex government priorities while operating at the EL1 leadership level.

How to Apply

Please submit:

  • Current CV
  • A pitch or Statement of capability addressing the selection criterias
  • Evidence of Australian work rights
  • Two professional referees

Applications that do not include all the requested information may not be considered.

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