Non-ongoing - $129,106 - 138,861 super or Labour‑hire $90 - 100 per hour super 12 month contract This role exists to help deliver key recommendations that strengthen community engagement across Australia’s evolving energy system—work that genuinely matters to regional and local communities. Hybrid flexibility, a supportive small team, and meaningful work that respects your work–life balance. Duties • Drive and/or support delivery of key recommendation‑related work items • Collaborate across the department and with other government agencies • Engage with stakeholders including lived‑experience panels, industry bodies, states/territories and delivery partners • Prepare clear, concise briefs and communication materials Skills & Experience • Experience driving social licence outcomes and managing diverse stakeholder relationships • Strong written and verbal communication skills with the ability to influence • Expertise in one or more of: social licence policy, program design/delivery, stakeholder management, energy or infrastructure • Ability to lead small workstreams, juggle priorities, think creatively and mentor junior team members About the Department Join a forward‑looking government team advancing initiatives that contribute directly to Australia’s clean‑energy future. Your work will support national net‑zero commitments, strengthen outcomes for regional communities, and connect you with a broad range of interconnected policy areas. The environment is dynamic, purposeful and deeply impactful. How to Apply To apply for this role, please submit your CV and a short cover letter outlining your relevant experience and why you’re passionate about supporting Australia’s clean‑energy transition. For further information email sian.foster@hudson.com Diversity, Equity & Inclusion at Hudson Hudson is committed to helping you find a workplace where you feel respected, supported, and free to thrive. We welcome applications from all backgrounds, identities, and lived experiences—because when different voices come together, amazing things happen. Casual Loading Please note for all Australian based contract and temporary roles only, the pay rate is inclusive of mandatory 25% casual loading. This excludes permanent and fixed term roles.