Strategic and International Policy ManagersThe RoleOur region is in the midst of the most consequential strategic realignment since the Second World War. In such circumstances, it has never been more important for the Defence strategic centre to employ a wide and diverse array of talents. Your contributions could help to solve some of the most pressing national security problems facing Australia today.The Strategy, Policy, and Industry (SP&I) Group is keen to explore opportunities for public servants from all backgrounds. Our work encompasses an array of policy and program development and management roles that will enable you to utilise your abilities to the utmost – and develop new ones that will enrich your future prospects.Examples of the impact you could make include:Working with our Pacific partners to improve regional security.Gathering government and open-source data to analyse applications to advise whether activities will affect Australia's national interests.Preparing the Minister to conduct talks with international counterparts on Defence strategic policies or military engagement.Working with the Australian Defence Force to provide policy guidance for operations. The key duties of the position include:The RoleOur region is in the midst of the most consequential strategic realignment since the Second World War. In such circumstances, it has never been more important for the Defence strategic centre to employ a wide and diverse array of talents. Your contributions could help to solve some of the most pressing national security problems facing Australia today.The Strategy, Policy, and Industry (SP&I) Group is keen to explore opportunities for public servants from all backgrounds. Our work encompasses an array of policy and program development and management roles that will enable you to utilise your abilities to the utmost – and develop new ones that will enrich your future prospects.Examples of the impact you could make include:Working with our Pacific partners to improve regional security.Gathering government and open-source data to analyse applications to advise whether activities will affect Australia's national interests.Preparing the Minister to conduct talks with international counterparts on Defence strategic policies or military engagement.Working with the Australian Defence Force to provide policy guidance for operations.No two days would be the same, guiding your team's work, mentoring your team members, conducting meetings to support and influence stakeholders, briefing Defence's Senior Leadership, consulting with other Government agencies, engaging foreign government stakeholders and the public or contributing to corporate change.There has never been a more exciting time to write a new chapter in your career around the world of national security. Apply today to begin your journey with us!About our TeamStrategy, Policy, and Industry Group is a fully integrated civilian-military workforce, drawing on high-quality and motivated people from diverse backgrounds and academic disciplines who embody Defence and Australian Public Service values.We offer flexible working arrangements and a range of formal and informal professional development opportunities. While we offer a high degree of flexibility in the way we work, each position is located in Canberra. As such, successful applicants from outside Canberra would need to relocate to Canberra if successful.Working within Strategy, Policy, and Industry Group is more than just a job; it offers opportunities over the course of a career to work across diverse national and international security and policy matters of national significance.Our Ideal CandidateAn ideal candidate for a SP&I policy role should possess a strong background in research and analysis, excellent written and verbal communication skills, and practiced leadership and people skills.They should also demonstrate critical thinking abilities, sound judgement with an innovative approach to problem solving, and the capacity to collaborate and develop strong relationships with diverse stakeholders. Experience in policy development, implementation, and evaluation would be highly beneficial.EligibilitySecurity Clearance:Applicants must be able to obtain and maintain a security clearance at "Negative Vetting Level 1".Getting to know the Department of DefenceThe Department of Defence employs around 18,000 Australian Public Service (APS) employees. Defence APS employees work in a wide variety of critical roles, Australia wide, enabling our three services Navy, Army and Air Force, to do their job. Defence has a range of Australian Public Service (APS) career opportunities that offer interesting, challenging, and unique work. Our workforce includes administrative support, accountants, intelligence analysts, engineers, policy advisors, graphic designers, lawyers, social workers, IT specialists and contract managers to name a few. We offer a rewarding career that includes professional development, work-life balance, recognition, a flexible and supportive work environment and a diverse workforce. To find out more about a career with Defence please visit jobs-careers Be careful - Don't provide your bank or credit card details when applying for jobs. Don't transfer any money or complete suspicious online surveys. If you see something suspicious, report this job ad . #J-18808-Ljbffr