Policy and Program

We connect you with the thinkers, planners, and doers who drive real outcomes

Policy and Program

Policy and program recruitment is one of our core strengths. Every year, we place hundreds of professionals across government and private sectors in roles that influence change and deliver impact. From policy advisors to program leads, we find people who think strategically, act commercially, and challenge the status quo.

Built for policy and program success

  • Deep sector knowledge - We understand the policy and program space and we know what great looks like
  • Strategic minds - Our candidates are big-picture thinkers who know how to turn ideas into action
  • Business-minded – We find professionals who balance public value with practical delivery
  • Diverse perspectives – we connect you with talent from varied backgrounds to bring fresh thinking to complex challenges
  • Fast, flexible hiring – whether it’s a short-term contract or a long-term tender, we move quickly to find the right fit
  • Proven across ANZ – we’ve placed hundreds of policy and program professionals across Australia and New Zealand
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Across Australia and New Zealand, we're where the work happens.

Our network of offices means we know the local market, because we're part of it.
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Policy Officers

Canberra ACT, ACT, Australia

Contract


Seeking experienced, high-performing APS5, APS6 and EL1 policy candidates with excellent communication skills.

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Senior Program Officer

Canberra ACT, ACT, Australia

Contract


Our client, a statutory agency, is seeking an APS6 Senior Program Officer for a 9-month labour hire contract (with potential extension).

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EL1 Senior Project Officer

City of Sydney NSW, NSW, Australia

Contract


Location: Sydney Level: EL1 Salary: $120,829 – $137,808 + 15.4% super Type: Full-time, non-ongoing contract until 30 June 2026

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EL 1 Policy Officer

Canberra ACT, ACT, Australia

Permanent


EL 1 Program/Policy Officer • Two roles 12-month non-ongoing and 18-month non-ongoing contracts • Canberra Based • Baseline Clearance

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Principal Policy Officer

City of Melbourne VIC, VIC, Australia

Contract


Principal Policy role working on high profile Government priorities

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APS6 Senior Program Officer - Grants

City of Sydney NSW, NSW, Australia

Contract


APS6 Senior Program Officer - Grants Labour hire contract. 3 months Sydney CBD

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Principal Policy Officer

City of Melbourne VIC, VIC, Australia

Contract


Principal Policy role working on high profile Government priorities

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Senior Policy Officer

Melbourne VIC, VIC, Australia

Contract


Drive health policy impact! Join a purpose-led team to shape advocacy, research & reform for a vital healthcare profession. Apply now!

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APS 6 Program Officer

Canberra ACT, ACT, Australia

Contract


APS 6 Program Officer • 6-month labour hire with 6-month extension • Canberra Based • NV 1 Clearance Required

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EL2 Director

Sydney NSW, NSW, Australia

Permanent


We’re excited to be recruiting for a dynamic EL2 Director role on behalf of a high-performing government agency!

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APS 6 Senior Program Officer

Canberra ACT, ACT, Australia

Contract


APS 6 Senior Program Officer • 6-month contract • Canberra Based • September Start

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Senior Privacy Officer

Brisbane QLD, QLD, Australia

Contract


The Privacy Team provides high level privacy advice to corporate and regional business units

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Program Manager

Canberra ACT, ACT, Australia

Permanent


Program Manager • Perm role • Canberra based • Immediate Start

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Contract Services Officer

Canberra ACT, ACT, Australia

Contract


• 6-month contract • Canberra Based • Immediate Start

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Principal Infrastructure Services Officer

Brisbane QLD, QLD, Australia

Contract


Lead school asset maintenance strategy as Principal Infrastructure Services Officer. Drive policy, planning, data analysis & stakeholder management.

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EL 2 Policy Design

Canberra ACT, ACT, Australia

Contract


EL 2 Policy Design • 15-week labour hire contract • August 2025 start • Canberra based role • Baseline clearance required

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APS6 and EL1 - First Nations Health

Sydney NSW, NSW, Australia

Contract


Do you have a genuine interest in and connection with community, a desire to make a meaningful difference in the cultural safety space? Please read on

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APS 6 Clinician

Melbourne VIC, VIC, Australia

Contract


My federal government client is seeking experienced mental health clinicians to join a national contact centre team.

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APS6 Governance Manager

Canberra ACT, ACT, Australia

Contract


Varied and interesting work across risk, audit and corporate performance. Non ongoing or S26 transfer!

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Governance and Board Secretariat Coordinator

Adelaide SA, SA, Australia

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Government agency requires Governance Board & Secretariat Coordinator with experience in providing high-quality support to the Board & Sub-committees

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Why Hudson?

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Built on trust. Backed by experience.

Australian owned and operated, with 40 years of being trusted by clients and candidates.

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Skill & Culture Fit

We lead with relationships backed by smart, innovative technology that enhances how we connect, match, and support our clients and candidates.

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Specialists in talent. Experts in delivery.

We combine deep industry knowledge with access to prequalified, curated talent pools so you get the right people, right when you need them.

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Inclusive by design.

We champion diversity and inclusion within our teams and in partnership with our clients to build workplaces where everyone belongs.

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