35010

Closes: 09 September 2025

Classification: Administrative Services Officer Class 6
Salary: $100,650 - $114,448 plus superannuation
Position No: 35010
Directorate: Chief Minister, Treasury and Economic Development
Advertised (Gazettal date): 02 September 2025
Contact Officer: Michelle Fulton on Michelle.Fulton@act.gov.au or (02) 6205 7920

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Details: Are you passionate about supporting local businesses and shaping Canberra’s future? Join the ACT Government’s Economic Development Division as a Senior Program and Policy Officer and contribute to initiatives that strengthen our economy and community.

Economic Development plays a critical role in driving the diversification and resilience of the ACT economy while fostering a vibrant and inclusive community. Within this division, Business, Communications and Engagement (BCE) supports small and medium enterprises, social enterprises, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander businesses, and priority industry sectors. We also lead strategic engagement aligned with whole-of-government priorities.

As part of the Sector Development team, you’ll help design and deliver targeted programs that accelerate growth and innovation across Canberra’s priority sectors.

As a Senior Program and Policy Officer, you will provide high-level support across a range of initiatives that contribute to Canberra’s economic development. You’ll work closely with internal and external stakeholders to inform program and policy development, assist with operational planning for industry events, support financial and contract processes, and represent ACT Government interests in national and industry forums. 

What We’re Looking For

We’re seeking a proactive and skilled professional to join our collaborative and high-performing team. You’ll bring a strong understanding of Canberra’s business landscape and be confident working across a range of priority industry sectors.
The ideal candidate will have experience supporting policy and program development. You’ll be comfortable managing competing priorities in a dynamic environment and contributing to high-quality outcomes. Experience in event operations, procurement, and contract management will be highly regarded.

High level communication skills - both written and verbal - are essential, particularly the ability to prepare and coordinate complex briefs, submissions, and correspondence. You’ll be adept at building strong relationships, navigating sensitive issues with integrity, and contributing to a culture of innovation and continuous improvement.

At BCE, we foster a culture that supports individual success, encourages innovative thinking, and prioritises continuous improvement. We offer learning and development opportunities aligned with your career goals.

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.

Notes: The role is available from 12 September 2025 until Friday 31 October 2025 with the possibility of extension up to 12 months and/or permanency. Selection may be based on application and referee reports only. A Merit Pool will be established from this selection process and will be used to fill vacancies over the next 12 months. This position will operate within flexible/hybrid working arrangements. This may include working from home.

How to Apply: If you are ready to make a difference, please submit a copy of your curriculum vitae and provide a pitch of no more than two pages responding to the Selection Criteria outlined in the Position Description.

To find out more, please contact Michelle Fulton, Director, Sector Development, at michelle.fulton@act.gov.au.

Applications should be submitted via the Apply Now button below.

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The role is available from 12 September 2025 until Friday 31 October 2025 with the possibility of extension up to 12 months and/or permanency.