Are you ready to make a meaningful impact on the future of public sector governance? Join a dynamic and high-performing team at the heart of government, where your expertise will shape strategic and policy advice on the Public Sector Management Act 1994 , related legislation, and whole-of-government initiatives. As a valued team member of a small team, you’ll contribute to maintaining robust legislative and policy frameworks, drive employment policy projects, and support the branch’s operational excellence including work related to statutory office holders and delegations. You will have excellent written skills, able to produce a range of policy products including ministerial correspondence, cabinet submissions, as well as the ability to undertake legislative analysis and research. Why Join Us? You will be at the heart of shaping Whole of Government initiatives Enjoy flexible working arrangements and a supportive team environment Contribute to the modernisation of the ACT Government’s public sector reform agenda Engage with a wide range of stakeholders including, senior leaders and other directorate representatives Who we are looking for: We're seeking a strategic thinker to join our team who can exercise independence, sound judgment, and an organised, proactive approach to managing competing priorities. We are looking for someone who can contribute to complex legislative and policy analysis and write persuasive products for diverse audiences. You will be able to apply, or quickly acquire, a deep knowledge of employment legislation and policy to assist in driving reform, engaging stakeholders, and supporting the branch’s strategic objectives. If this sounds like you, please apply! 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: Desirable: Qualifications in law are highly desirable. Experience in interpreting complex legislation and policy is highly desirable. Notes: This is a temporary position available immediately until April 2026, with the possibility of extension up to 12 months and/or permanency. A merit pool may be established from this selection process and may be used to fill future identical vacancies over the next 12 months. Selection may be based on application and referee report only. How to apply: Please apply by providing a current curriculum vitae and a written response (max two pages) to demonstrate your suitability against the ‘What You Require’ section of the Selection Criteria as outlined in the Position Description. Please also include two referees. Applications should be submitted via the Apply Now button below. LI-DNI Note This is a temporary position available immediately until April 2026, with the possibility of extension up to 12 months and/or permanency.
