Specialists in Policy and Strategy Recruitment
DFP Recruitment partners with employers across Australia to identify, attract and secure policy and strategy professionals who provide advice, navigate complex stakeholder environments, and help organisations respond effectively to changing priorities, regulatory requirements and community expectations.
DFP is a leading recruitment agency for policy, strategy, and public sector professionals. We recruit for permanent, contract and temporary roles spanning policy development, strategic planning, regulatory and government affairs, research and analysis, program design, organisational strategy and executive leadership.
Our specialist consultants stay connected to government priorities, regulatory reform, strategic planning practices and the emerging capabilities required of today's policy and strategy workforce. Through a consultative, evidence-based approach, we deliver hiring outcomes informed by rigorous assessment, market intelligence and proven recruitment methodologies.
Are you an employer looking for talent?
Why Partner with DFP?
Trusted Government Provider
Proven, experienced and trusted to deliver recruitment solutions across a wide range of government departments.
Extensive Talent Network
Access screened, verified and workforce-ready talent available beyond the active job market, giving you reach to a broader and stronger talent pool.
Specialist Recruitment Consultants
Work with consultants who understand your industry, enabling more informed candidate assessments and stronger hiring outcomes.
Measuring Authentic Capability
Evidence-based assessment designed to validate genuine skills and competency, building greater confidence in hiring decisions.
National Network, Consistent Approach
Local knowledge backed by a national office network, with dedicated account management providing a single point of contact and a consistent approach.
Scalable Solutions
Proven experience, resources and delivery capability to support workforce growth, peak demand periods and large-scale recruitment projects.
People First, by Design
Leverage our expertise to design recruitment and placement practices that are equitable, accessible and inclusive by design.
Market Insights
Stay informed with the latest insights on workforce trends, talent availability and role benchmarks to support strategic workforce planning.
Roles We Recruit For:
Policy Support
Policy Support Officers, Research Officers, Governance Support Officers, Stakeholder Engagement SpecialistsPolicy Development
Policy Officers, Policy Advisors, Policy AnalystsStrategy and Planning
Strategy Analysts, Strategic Planning Officers, Program Analysts
Program and Project Delivery
Policy Program Managers, Project Officers (Policy)Leadership
Senior Policy Advisors, Directors of Policy, Heads of Strategy, Strategic Advisors
Experience and Relationships Matter