Key Responsibilities & Operational Scope

The core responsibilities and primary duties for this position within IP Australia include:

• experience in research, analysis, policy development, stakeholder engagement and governance.
• Our work spans a diverse range of emerging and evolving policy issues, including artificial intelligence and new
• technologies, Indigenous Knowledge reforms, international cooperation and trade, entrepreneurship and competition, a
• new right to protect geographical indications, and reforms to existing intellectual property rights, with a focus on driving
• positive outcomes and change.
• encouraged to bring your perspectives, strengthen your professional networks and contribute ideas from the outset.
• The program combines structured development, mentoring and on-the-job learning across policy, economics, international
• affairs and strategic engagement. It is suited to a curious, collaborative and adaptable graduate who wants to understand
• how government develops, implements and evaluates policy while making a practical contribution.
• During the first 12 months, the successful applicant will rotate through the Policy and International Affairs, Indigenous and

Mandatory Eligibility & Security Clearance

Applicants must satisfy the following statutory and organizational requirements:

• Citizenship: Under section 22(8) of the Public Service Act 1999, candidates must generally be Australian citizens to be eligible for engagement.
• Security Clearance: The successful candidate must be able to obtain and maintain an Australian Government Security Vetting Agency (AGSVA) security clearance (Baseline, Negative Vetting 1, or Negative Vetting 2 as required by the agency).
• Probationary Period: Employment may be subject to a probationary period, character checks, and pre-engagement screening.
• Policy & Stakeholders Graduate – Affirmative Measures (Indigenous)
• Affirmative Measures eligibility
• The filling of this vacancy is intended to constitute an affirmative measure under Section 26 of the Australian Public Service Commissioner's Directions 2022. This vacancy is open only to Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander people.
• To demonstrate eligibility for employment under this affirmative measure, applicants are required to provide evidence that they are an Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander person. You will need to provide this prior to Interview (approx. Mid November)
• The filling of this vacancy is intended to constitute an affirmative measure under section 8(1) of the 'Racial Discrimination Act 1975'. This vacancy is only available to Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait people. This initiative/program is only applicable where the successful applicant will be employed under the Public Service Act 1999. Similar conditions may apply when employed under other Acts. For clarification, please contact the advertising agency.

Working Arrangements & Public Sector Benefits

Work Model: Hybrid. Details: Flexible working arrangements are available..

Australian Public Service positions provide comprehensive Commonwealth benefits including a standard 15.4% employer superannuation contribution, attractive leave provisions, and structured career progression pathways across the Australian Public Service.