41358

Closes: 05 August 2026

Classification: Senior Officer Grade C
Salary: $127,597 - $136,873 plus superannuation
Position No: 41358
Directorate: Justice and Community Safety
Advertised (Gazettal date): 29 July 2026
Contact Officer: Jacob Campbell on Jacob.Campbell@act.gov.au or (02) 6205 1140

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Details: The Human Rights Branch advises on policy and law reform and administers initiatives related to human rights, social policy, anti-discrimination, victims of crime, disability justice, law reform, Redress and Restorative Justice.

The Senior Policy Officer (SOG C) will be responsible for undertaking complex strategic or legal policy work, procurement activities, and program administration to support priorities across the Victims and Inclusion Policy team.

The successful applicant will demonstrate:

• experience undertaking complex research and analysis in development of strategic or legal policy;
• knowledge and experience with processes such as government procurement, and preparation of briefings, correspondence and submissions.
• strong written and verbal communication skills;
• excellent interpersonal skills and demonstrated ability to develop and promote positive relationships with stakeholders; and
• sound judgement and able to respond to quickly moving priorities and tight timeframes in a dynamic and fast-paced work environment.

This is an opportunity to contribute to the work of a dynamic team delivering policy and programs that make a significant contribution to the Government’s justice reform agenda with a tangible impact on the community.

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.

Eligibility/Other Requirements:  

• Relevant tertiary qualifications or experience in similar justice policy or program roles is highly desirable but not essential.

Notes: This is a temporary position available from 24 August 2026 until 27 November 2026 with a possibility of extension up to six months.

How to Apply: Expressions of interest are sought from potential candidates and should include a current curriculum vitae, including the details of two referees; and a one-page pitch about why you are the best person for this role.  Please address the Professional/Technical Skills and Knowledge and the Behavioural Capabilities from the attached Position Description in your response.

Applications should be submitted via the Apply Now button below.

Note: Under the ACTPS employment framework you may be placed in another role where required for the efficient administration of the service.

Where an offer of employment is for a fixed-term period, any related temporary contracts within the Territory will be issued in compliance with the requirements and applicable exceptions outlined in the Fair Work Act.

The ACT public service is committed to closing the gap, underpinned by the belief that when Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people have a genuine say in the design and delivery of policies, programs and services that affect them, better life outcomes are achieved. More information can be found here ACT Closing the Gap Implementation Plan - ACT Government Transparency Portal.

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This is a temporary position available from 24 August 2026 until 27 November 2026 with a possibility of extension up to six months.