Job Opportunity
We are seeking highly skilled and motivated individuals to join our team as Policy Officers and Assistant Directors. As a key member of our team, you will be responsible for providing strategic policy advice, program oversight, and legislative development to achieve the Government's vision for Digital ID in Australia.
Key Responsibilities:
* Conducting policy research and analysis and providing advice to senior executives on a broad range of policy issues relevant to Digital ID;
* Preparing policy briefings, reports, and discussion papers, Cabinet submissions, estimates briefings, replies to parliamentary questions, and other correspondence;
* Working with stakeholders across government and the private sector to scope and deliver policy reforms, while maintaining a strong understanding of the strategic policy context and related initiatives and opportunities;
* Implementing reforms, including through drafting simple consultation papers, preparing and supporting decisions to be made at governance meetings, and settling policy positions to inform legislation, rules, and/or data standards;
* Supporting engagement with internal and external stakeholders, including states and territories, regulators, advocacy groups, corporations, and industry associations;
* Modelling positivity and resilience during change.
As an Assistant Director, you will have a range of policy responsibilities, including leading the provision of advice to senior executives, independently project managing complex implementation projects, working with senior stakeholders to scope and deliver policy reforms, implementing reforms, leading engagement with internal and external stakeholders, and actively contributing to team leadership.
Requirements:
* Australian citizenship;
* Relevant qualifications and experience in policy, law, or a related field;
* Strong analytical and problem-solving skills;
* Excellent communication and interpersonal skills;
* Ability to work collaboratively as part of a team;
* Flexibility and adaptability in a fast-paced environment.
We offer a dynamic and supportive work environment, with opportunities for professional growth and development. If you are passionate about making a difference in the digital ID space, we encourage you to apply.