Join a developing team with ongoing prospects in a National Security Team

Your new company
Join a leading government department renowned for its commitment to public service and policy excellence. This department plays a pivotal role in shaping national policies that impact millions of Australians as well as communities domestically and internationally. With a focus on innovation, collaboration, and professional development, this is an exceptional opportunity to advance your career in a dynamic and supportive environment.

Your new role
As an EL1 Policy Manager, you will lead a team of dedicated professionals to develop, implement, and evaluate key policy initiatives. Your responsibilities will include:

• Providing strategic advice and policy recommendations to senior executives.
• Managing stakeholder relationships and ensuring effective communication across various levels of government and industry.
• Overseeing the preparation of high-quality policy documents, briefs, and reports.
• Leading and mentoring a team to achieve departmental objectives and deliverables.

What you'll need to succeed
To be successful in this role, you will need:

• Proven experience in policy development and implementation within a government setting.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to think strategically.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with a track record of managing stakeholder relationships.
• Demonstrated leadership capabilities and experience in managing and mentoring teams.
• A relevant tertiary qualification in public policy, law, economics, or a related field.

Candidates must be Australian citizens, and you must have the ability to obtain and maintain a Federal Government Security Clearance (Baseline, NV1, NV2 or TSPV)

What you'll get in return
This position is within a high-profile team and has developed off the back of current Government priorities. You will receive an initial 12 month non-ongoing with a view to permanency. This position is also open to candidates seeking a permanent Section 26 transfer.

What you need to do now
If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV to [email protected], or call 02 6122 7656 us now.

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