Policy Advisor (Canberra)
About The Role
Step into a pivotal position where your expertise will help shape the future of Australia’s energy sector. As a Policy Adviser, you’ll be at the forefront of driving positive change—analysing, developing, and championing policies that support sustainable industry growth and energy transformation.
You’ll collaborate with government, industry leaders, and community groups, preparing influential policy briefs and reports that make a real difference. This is your chance to directly influence decisions that matter, work alongside passionate colleagues, and see your ideas translate into tangible outcomes for the sector and our nation.
Key Responsibilities:
- Analyse and interpret government policies and regulations affecting the energy sector.
- Develop policy recommendations and strategies to influence government decisions.
- Engage with stakeholders, including government officials, industry representatives, and community groups.
- Prepare and present policy briefs, reports, and submissions.
- Monitor and report on policy developments and their potential impact on the organisation.
- Collaborate with internal teams to ensure alignment with organisational objectives.
- Champion policies that support sustainable industry growth and energy transformation
- Directly influence decisions that shape the future of Australia’s energy sector
About You
Skills & Experience
- Strategic thinker with a passion for shaping policy and driving positive change.
- Proven experience in policy analysis, development, or advocacy within government or industry.
- Strong understanding of government policy processes and regulations.
- Excellent research, analytical, and problem-solving skills.
- Effective communicator – able to write for both technical and non-technical audiences.
- Collaborative team player with strong interpersonal abilities, but also confident working independently.
- Motivated to make a real impact on Australia’s energy future.
Qualifications
- Tertiary qualifications in economics, law, public policy, engineering, or a related discipline are preferred.
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Senior Policy Advisor – Western Australia (Perth)
About The Role
Sitting within the State & Territory team and reporting to the Director, Western Australia, you’ll support the development and delivery of policy and advocacy initiatives for WA’s oil and gas sector. You will undertake policy analysis, stakeholder and government engagement, and contribute to strategic projects that integrate policy, advocacy and communications to advance AEP priorities.
Key Responsibilities:
- Provide policy and advocacy advice on State Government policy development and reviews.
- Coordinate member engagement and draft/submit member‑informed policy submissions to influence outcomes.
- Respond to and manage member enquiries.
- Support issues management and emerging policy matters.
- Prepare high‑quality briefing materials and advocacy advice for stakeholder engagement (State and Federal elected officials based in WA, State agencies, regulators, and community stakeholders).
- Provide briefing materials for AEP participation in industry, government and stakeholder reference groups; and secretariat support for AEP committees and working groups.
- Represent AEP at external meetings, conferences and seminars to promote understanding of AEP policy positions and priorities.
- Maintain accurate records of member and stakeholder interactions; ensure activities align with AEP policies, standards, values and behaviours.
About You
You’re an experienced policy professional who thrives in dynamic, multi‑stakeholder environments and brings sound judgment under time pressure.
Skills & Experience
- Understanding of government policy formulation and decision‑making processes.
- Sound knowledge of Australian political systems and regulatory frameworks, particularly in WA.
- Proven experience working on complex and sensitive policy issues; strong analytical capability and sound judgment.
- Ability to work effectively in a small team with high autonomy; proactive issue identification and outcome delivery.
- Capacity to manage multiple projects, develop work plans and advocacy strategies, and deliver to deadlines.
- Ability to engage, influence and advocate effectively with stakeholders; highly developed written and verbal communication skills.
- Knowledge of Australia’s energy and oil & gas industry (Desirable).
- Experience working in government, community or industry association as a policy adviser and/or regulator (Desirable).
Qualifications
- Tertiary qualifications in science, policy or related discipline.
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