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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Principal Program officer

Brisbane QLD, QLD, Australia

Contract


Lead commissioning and service design initiatives, driving procurement, stakeholder engagement and program delivery outcomes.

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Policy Manager

Brisbane QLD, QLD, Australia

Contract


Lead the redesign of custodial offending programs. Use evidence-based practices to reduce reoffending while keeping victim safety central.

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Policy Manager

Brisbane QLD, QLD, Australia

Contract


Lead the redesign of custodial offending programs. Use evidence-based practices to reduce reoffending while keeping victim safety central.

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Policy and Research Officer

Brisbane QLD, QLD, Australia

Contract


Policy & Research role driving strategic insights, executive advice and sector trend analysis within energy and water.

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APS 6 Program Officer

Canberra ACT, ACT, Australia

Contract


APS 6 Program Officer • 6-month contract with 6-month contract extension • Canberra and Adelaide based role • Baseline clearance required

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Project Manager – Professional Standards & Accreditation

Carlton NSW 2218, Sydney NSW, NSW, Australia

Permanent


Lead national accreditation & professional standards projects shaping Australia’s counselling, psychotherapy & mental health sector.

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Executive Officer

Melbourne VIC, VIC, Australia

Contract


Executive Officer supporting strategic delivery, governance, reporting and executive coordination across Business Services portfolio.

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Assistant Director - EL1 Policy & Community Engagement

Canberra ACT, ACT, Australia

Contract


Help shape Australia’s clean‑energy future by supporting community‑focused initiatives that make a real impact.

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AP6 Senior Procurement Officers

Melbourne VIC, VIC, Australia

Permanent


APS6 Senior Procurement Officer – lead high-impact procurement that delivers real outcomes

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AP6 Senior Procurement Officers

Melbourne VIC, VIC, Australia

Permanent


APS6 Senior Procurement Officer – lead high-impact procurement that delivers real outcomes

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EL 1 Senior Education and Skills Adviser

Canberra ACT, ACT, Australia

Contract


EL 1/EL 2 Senior Education and Skills Adviser • 2-year contract with 2-year potential extension • NV 1/NV 2 clearance required • July start

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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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