CareerPlan

Policy Officers, Capability Analysts, Strategic Communications Officers

Canberra, Australian Capital TerritoryFull-time2026-10-12
Citizens onlySecurity clearance required

Core

Developing and delivering high-quality policy, capability, or strategic communications advice to support strategic decision-making and national security outcomes.

Role type

Senior policy and strategic communications officer

Builds

Policy advice, capability analysis, and strategic communications strategies for government and national initiatives

Domain

National security and defence policy

Required skills

Policy development, capability analysis, strategic communications, stakeholder engagement, complex issue analysis, briefing preparation, program planning, team mentoring

Preferred skills

Government or complex regulatory environment experience, leadership experience

Responsibilities

Developing policy and capability advice, supporting Ministerial and Cabinet submissions, engaging with domestic and international stakeholders, analysing strategic issues, coordinating stakeholder events, supporting program implementation, mentoring junior team members

Seniority

Senior, hands-on IC