Education Officer – Policy & Stakeholder Engagement

Role Overview: Are you an education specialist passionate about social cohesion, anti-discrimination, and inclusive education policy? We are currently recruiting an Education Officer on behalf of a key Federal Government Special Advisory Initiative. This critical role will provide specialist sector expertise, project delivery capability, and stakeholder engagement to challenge stereotypes, promote cultural responsiveness, and deliver meaningful educational outcomes nationwide.What You’ll Be DoingDrive the design, coordination, and delivery of national education programs, training initiatives, and community resources.Provide strategic, evidence-informed policy advice on nuanced social cohesion and discrimination-related matters.Partner with schools, universities, community organisations, and government agencies to build trust and collaborative initiatives.Prepare high-level executive briefs, reports, stakeholder engagement strategies, and educational materials.Manage delivery risks, monitor project milestones, and represent the team at industry forums and consultations (occasional interstate travel).Essential Requirements:Australian Citizen with ability to obtain or hold a Baseline (Protected) Security Clearance.Proven experience in Australian education policy, curriculum development, or education program delivery.Exceptional cultural competency and sensitivity, with demonstrated experience working with diverse communities.Strong written and research skills, capable of producing executive-ready briefings and reports.Desirable:Background in anti-racism, multicultural affairs, or human rights policy frameworks.Experience facilitating workshops, roundtables, or cross-sector forums.Strong understanding of or experience engaging with Australia’s Muslim communities.For more information on the role, contact Pat on 0439 074 391.#EducationJobs #PolicyOfficer #FederalGovernment #SocialCohesion #EducationPolicy #PublicSectorDiversity, Equity & Inclusion at HudsonHudson is committed to helping you find a workplace where you feel respected, supported, and free to thrive. We welcome applications from all backgrounds, identities, and lived experiences—because when different voices come together, amazing things happen.Casual Loading Please note for all Australian based contract and temporary roles only, the pay rate is inclusive of mandatory 25% casual loading. This excludes permanent and fixed term roles.Due to current Victorian labour hire licence restrictions, Hudson is not advertising, offering or accepting applications for contract, temporary or labour hire roles that are based in Victoria or otherwise connected to Victoria. This includes contract, temporary or labour hire roles where the candidate resides in Victoria, even if the role is based in another state. These restrictions do not apply to permanent or fixed term employment opportunities.