APS6 Senior Policy Officer

Your new company This Federal Government department plays a key role in shaping Australia's energy efficiency and emissions reduction agenda. Operating within a high-profile policy and regulatory environment, the team is responsible for developing and modernising national frameworks that improve energy performance outcomes across a range of sectors. Working at the intersection of policy, regulation and industry engagement, you'll contribute to meaningful reforms with a direct impact on Australia's energy future. Your new role

An exciting opportunity exists for an experienced APS6-level Policy Officer to support a significant regulatory reform project focused on energy efficiency and market transformation.

Working within a specialist policy team, you will contribute to the development of policy proposals, legislative reform initiatives and regulatory options that support the expansion of national energy efficiency frameworks into new commercial and industrial sectors.

Key responsibilities include:

Undertaking policy research, analysis and evidence gathering.

Developing policy papers, briefings, submissions and recommendations for senior executives and ministers.

Supporting legislative and regulatory reform activities.

Engaging with industry stakeholders, manufacturers, technical experts, industry associations and government representatives.

Assessing regulatory and non-regulatory approaches to improve energy performance outcomes.

Translating complex technical information into practical and well-structured policy advice.

Contributing to project delivery within a fast-paced and collaborative environment.

This is a long-term, 12-month contract opportunity supporting a high-priority reform project.

What you'll need to succeed

To be successful in this role, you will ideally bring:

Demonstrated experience in policy development, regulatory reform or legislative development.

Experience working within the APS or a comparable government environment.

Knowledge of industrial or commercial energy sectors, energy efficiency programs, energy-using products or related technologies.

Qualifications in public policy, engineering, environmental science, economics or a related field will be highly regarded.

Strong stakeholder engagement, consultation and relationship management skills.

Excellent written communication skills with experience preparing policy papers, briefings and executive-level correspondence.

The ability to analyse complex issues and provide evidence-based policy recommendations.

Strong organisational skills, initiative and the ability to work both independently and as part of a team.

Candidates with direct experience in industrial energy, commercial energy systems, regulatory environments, sustainability programs or energy efficiency initiatives are strongly encouraged to apply.

What you'll get in return

APS6 contract opportunity within a highly regarded Federal Government department.

Opportunity to contribute to nationally significant energy and regulatory policy reform.

Exposure to complex stakeholder engagement across government and industry.

Collaborative team environment with experienced policy professionals.

Competitive hourly rate and flexible working arrangements.

What you need to do now

If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV or call or email Laura Meyer on (02) 6112 7654, [email protected]. [Ad template | Word]

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