Policy OfficerFull-time Temporary with a Possibility of Permanency Details: An opportunity exists to join the Liquor, Racing and Gaming team within Legislation, Policy and Programs. You will work in a fast-paced environment on a range of interesting policy issues, supported by a friendly and experienced leadership team. The work undertaken is relevant and current to the ACT and you are often rewarded with seeing your work take shape within the community.The LRG team is responsible for providing policy advice and developing legislation in relation to the regulation of liquor, racing and gaming in the ACT. This includes supporting the Government's regulatory and harm reduction commitments. The team works closely with Access Canberra, as the regulator, the community and industry stakeholders to formulate policy and legislation advice to Government and to develop and implement initiatives.The applicant will be able to quickly take on a range of secretariat tasks to Government boards and committees relevant to LRG. This includes providing administrative and logistical support, managing meetings, coordinating communications, and assisting with research and analytical work.In particular we are looking for a highly organised and confident communicator who can organise a range of internal and stakeholder meetings, ensure meeting papers and agendas are prepared in a timely manner and take accurate, timely and coherent minutes. Applicants will need to be proactive record keepers.The Policy Officer will have strong organisational and communication skills and will be required to assist in in preparing ministerial briefs, submissions and correspondence within set timeframes. The successful applicant will have the ability to respond to quickly moving priorities and tight timeframes in a dynamic and fast-paced work environment.The Policy Officer will undertake research and analyse information and legislation, with the supervision of a Senior Policy Officer. The Policy Officer will also develop and promote positive relationships with stakeholders and represent the Directorate in consultations.We are committed to creating an inclusive environment where people with diverse thoughts, lived experience, and perspectives can thrive and contribute their unique talents to the ACTPS and ACT community. We encourage Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, people with disability, people with culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds, veterans, younger and older workers, and people with diverse genders, sexes and sexualities to apply.Eligibility/Other Requirements: Relevant tertiary qualifications in law, economics or a related field or significant study towards gaining qualifications is highly desirable.Notes: This is a temporary position available immediately for a period of up to 18 months with the possibility of permanency. A Merit Pool will be established from this selection process and may be used to fill identical vacancies over the next 12 months. Selection may be based on application and referee reports only. Please note, this workplace is designed for activity-based working (ABW). Under ABW arrangements, officers will not have a designated workstation/desk.How to Apply: Interested applicants should submit a supporting statement (no more than three pages) outlining practical experience and examples related to the role with reference to the professional and behavioural capabilities, a current curriculum vitae and the name and contact details of two referees.Applications should be submitted via the Apply Now button below. Note This is a temporary position available immediately for a period of up to 18 months with the possibility of permanency.