El1 assistant director policy (adelaide)

Overview

Are you an accomplished policy leader who wants to make an impact on a national scale by driving strategic reform, shaping implementation frameworks, and improving outcomes in the disability sector?

I am currently partnering with a prominent Federal Government client in the disability sector with an exciting and specialised role of Assistant Director - Policy and Reform. This is a critical role within the agency's broader reform program, offering South Australian residents the opportunity to work locally while delivering high-profile, nationwide impact.

About the Opportunity

As the Assistant Director, you will provide vital leadership, strategic planning, and sound decision-making to drive the delivery and implementation of key reform projects. Reporting to an EL2 Director, you will lead a dedicated team and manage assigned contractors within a fast-paced, complex environment. You will be responsible for translating high-level policy objectives into practical, deliverable solutions while navigating sensitive, high‐consequence challenges with exceptional judgement.

Key Responsibilities

• Policy Analysis & Recommendation: Leading complex analysis of policy issues and communicating high‐standard recommendations to executive and government audiences.
• Project & Reform Delivery: Leading the delivery and implementation of critical reform projects in line with the agency's wider national agenda.
• Stakeholder Engagement & Influence: Actively managing key internal and external stakeholder relationships to negotiate practical solutions for policy implementation.
• Team & Culture Leadership: Providing leadership, people management, and resource planning to build a positive, high‐performing team culture.
• Risk & Governance Management: Applying sound judgement and decision-making to evaluate risks within a changing and complex workplace.
• Briefings & Documentation: Overseeing the development of policy papers, reports, briefings, and corporate documents to a high standard.

Desired Qualifications & Experience

• Strategic Policy Expertise: Demonstrated experience leading teams within the public sector to deliver reform policy, complex projects, or strategic programs.
• Exceptional Communication Skills: A proven ability to write for a government audience and influence diverse stakeholder groups to achieve positive policy outcomes.
• Analytical Mindset: Strong conceptual and problem‐solving skills, with experience analyzing data and information to inform strategic advice.
• Sector Knowledge: Knowledge of the disability sector, legislation, strategic commissioning, or Commonwealth procurement rules is highly regarded.
• Adaptability: The energy, motivation, and resilience to respond quickly to changing government priorities.
• Qualifications: A relevant bachelor's degree or equivalent work experience in lieu of formal qualifications.

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