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Policy and Program OfficerFull-time TemporaryDetails: The Business and Innovation Branch (B&I) is looking for a suitably qualified candidate who can help support the ACT Government drive economic development through the ACT's highly competitive key sectors.
The Key Sectors team delivers industry support programs and activities focused on our space, defence, quantum, cyber and the advanced technology sectors to create jobs and promote economic growth.
The successful applicant will join a small, friendly and high performing team to support delivery of the ACT Government's long term economic development priorities as set out in Canberra Switched On.
We are keen to build our capability, and relevant industry experience and knowledge of key sectors, in particular the space, cyber, quantum and/or defence industries, is highly desirable.
The successful applicant will need well-developed policy, research and analytical skills to inform decision making, and high-level communication skills both verbal and written including the ability to support the preparation and coordination of complex submissions, briefs, and correspondence.
While you will have no trouble engaging in some of the technical detail, you'll also be able to work with stakeholders at all levels to ensure you are focusing on the most important parts of industry and government needs, and communicating succinctly to management, Senior Executives and Ministers.
The B&I workforce culture aims to support individuals to succeed, encourage innovative thinking and focus on continuous improvement.
We provide learning and development opportunities aligned to your career development goals.
The ACT Public Service supports workforce diversity and is committed to creating an inclusive workplace.
As part of this commitment, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, people with disability, culturally and linguistically diverse people and those who identify as LGBTIQ+ are encouraged to apply.
Eligibility/Other requirements: Relevant industry experience and knowledge of key sectors, in particular quantum, space, cyber, and/or defence industries is highly desirable.Notes: This is a temporary position available immediately until 30 May 2025.
Selection may be based on application and referee reports only.
A merit pool may be established from this selection process and may be used to fill future vacancies over the next 12 months.
This position will operate within flexible/hybrid working arrangements.
This may include working from home or other work sites where agreed.
The office environment is designed for activity-based working (ABW).
Under ABW arrangements, officers will not have a designated workstation/desk.
How to Apply: Please submit:
A two-page pitch addressing the Selection Criteria.Details of referees.Applications should be submitted via the Apply Now button below.
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