EL1 Assistant Director, Policy (Labour Hire Contract)
Location: Canberra (on-site)
Duration: 6 months + potential 3-month extension
Start: May 2026 (ASAP)
Security Clearance: NV1 required
About the opportunity
A Federal Government regulatory agency is seeking an EL1 Assistant Director, Policy to support the development and implementation of complex regulatory policy frameworks.
This role sits within a Regulatory Frameworks function, working closely with senior leadership to shape policy design, strengthen evaluation approaches, and support the delivery of a high-profile policy program.
This is a hands-on role suited to someone comfortable operating across policy design, stakeholder engagement and program-level policy delivery.
Key responsibilities
* Lead the development of policy frameworks, tools and processes to support regulatory outcomes
* Design and implement monitoring and evaluation approaches for policy effectiveness
* Identify and manage policy and program risks, including mitigation strategies
* Provide high-quality, evidence-based policy advice on complex and sensitive issues
* Lead and support stakeholder consultation activities, including cross-agency engagement
* Prepare briefings, submissions and complex written materials for senior stakeholders
* Monitor and report on delivery progress against milestones and priorities
* Contribute to a collaborative, knowledge-sharing team environment
What you'll bring
* Strong experience in APS policy development, ideally within a regulatory or complex policy environment
* Ability to operate at the EL1 level, including leadership of workstreams and influencing stakeholders
* Demonstrated experience in:
o policy design and implementation
o stakeholder engagement and consultation
o developing evidence-based advice
* Sound judgement, with the ability to navigate ambiguity and competing priorities
* Strong written skills, particularly in briefings and ministerial-style documentation
* Ability to work both autonomously and collaboratively
Desirable
* Experience in regulatory policy, governance or legislative environments
* Tertiary qualifications in policy, law or a related discipline (or equivalent experience)
Engagement details
* Labour hire contract aligned to APS EL1 equivalent
* Market-aligned hourly rates (depending on experience)
* Standard Working Arrangement
o 37.5 hours per week
o Full-time on-site (flexibility may be negotiated case-by-case)
How to apply
Please submit:
* Your CV, and
* A short pitch (1-2 pages) outlining:
o your relevant policy experience
o examples of complex policy work you've led or contributed to
o your approach to stakeholder engagement and delivering outcomes
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