At the Department of Justice and Community Safety, we’re looking for people who want to make a difference. People who take pride in their work. People who get things done. People who are committed to making Victoria a safer place.
We embrace diversity and strive to have a workforce that reflects the community we serve. We’re all about recruiting the best people, regardless of gender, age, disability, religion, sexual orientation, or cultural background. If you think you can do the job and would be a good fit for our department, we’d love to hear from you.
The department is committed to the safety and wellbeing of children and recognises that children’s rights need to be respected, their views welcomed and valued, and their concerns taken seriously and acted upon.
If you require adjustments to the recruitment and selection process, or require an alternative format to any of the application material, please don't hesitate to get in touch with the contact person listed on this ad.
For more information on working with us and our recruitment process, please visit justice.vic.gov.au/careers
We’re proud of the important work we do across Victoria. Want to be part of it?
- Help shape advice for ministers and senior leaders.
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Lead high-profile briefing work on complex public issues.
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Build strong connections across government and influence outcomes.
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Join a supportive team with work that matters.
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Ongoing, full-time role earning $116,413 - $140,849 per year, plus super.
What you will do
As senior policy officer, you will lead key coordination activities that support advice for ministers and departmental executives.
You will help deliver major briefing projects and improve the way information is gathered across the department.
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lead department-wide coordination activities for ministerial and executive briefings
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provide expert advice to support high-quality briefings and project outcomes
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identify and manage project risks while improving systems and processes
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support strategic planning and help develop new coordination approaches
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build trusted relationships and provide advice on complex policy issues.
About you
You do not need a mandatory qualification for this role. You should bring experience in policy, government coordination or a related field.
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strong analytical skills and the ability to provide clear advice
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sound knowledge of government, Cabinet and parliamentary processes
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the ability to manage complex projects and changing priorities
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strong communication skills and the ability to build productive relationships.
To learn even more about this role, please read the position description.
If you have any further questions, feel free to email Jason Yeoh at
[email protected].
Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander (Aboriginal) people are strongly encouraged to apply. Learn more about our Aboriginal workforce strategy.
How to apply
Please click the Apply button on this advertisement. Applications should include a resume and covering letter. Attachments can be uploaded in .doc, .docx, .pdf, .txt or .rtf formats.
The successful candidate will be required to undergo pre-employment checks which may include national police checks and misconduct screening.
If you require adjustments to the recruitment and selection process, or require an alternative format to any of the application material, please don't hesitate to get in touch with the contact person listed on this ad.
IMPORTANT INFORMATION:
- The salary range for this position is set out in the Victorian Public Service Enterprise Agreement 2024. Please refer to the Department of Treasury and Finance website for further information.
- Department policy stipulates that salary upon commencement is paid at the base of the salary range for the relevant grade. Any above base requests require sign off by an executive delegate and will be by exception only or where required to match the current salary of Victorian Public Service staff transferring at-level.
- If you have previously left the VPS on a departure/separation package, employment restrictions may apply.
- You may be required to mobilise to other areas to support priority projects or programs.
- The department is committed to providing and maintaining a working environment which is safe and without risk to the health of its employees.
Child safe statement of commitment
The Department of Justice and Community Safety is committed to the safety and wellbeing of children and young people. We seek to prevent harm of any kind impacting children and young people and have zero tolerance for racism, child abuse and inequality. Children and young people's rights, relationships, identity, and culture must be recognised and respected, their voices heard, and their concerns acted upon. We aim to foster a culturally safe, child safe and child friendly environment for all children and young people we have contact with, deliver services to, or are impacted by our work.
