The Service Delivery and Provider Expansion Branch plays a key role in shaping and managing the early childhood education (ECE) sector to ensure equitable access, quality provision and efficient resource allocation as the Best Start, Best Life reforms are implemented. The branch works to address emerging issues related to ECE system design and service commissioning using data, research and policy analysis to generate strategies and solutions, and works collaboratively across the department and with external stakeholders.
Are you passionate about delivering great outcomes for children and families? We're looking for someone to join our welcoming and collaborative team and help shape the future of early childhood education in Victoria.
The Service Delivery and Provider Expansion Branch plays a key role in shaping and managing the early childhood education (ECE) sector to ensure equitable access, quality provision and efficient resource allocation as the Best Start, Best Life reforms are implemented. The branch works to address emerging issues related to ECE system design and service commissioning - using data, research and policy analysis to generate strategies and solutions - and collaborates across the department and with external stakeholders.
We are currently seeking a Policy Advisor to work in the Provider Engagement and Partnerships Team on strategic policy and projects through every stage of the policy cycle. This includes undertaking research and data analysis to formulate policy options and advice, preparing briefs and other written materials, guiding projects through consultation, governance and approvals processes, and developing, implementing and monitoring project plans.
This role will suit proactive self-starters with a good understanding of government systems and processes and an ability to work in a complex reform environment.
Our ideal candidate will have:
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Policy skills including analysing and critically evaluating information, and identifying the potential implications and risks of proposed policy options
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Sound conceptual and analytical skills, with demonstrated ability to undertake research and synthesise information from a range of sources and events
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Experience with scoping, developing and delivering policy projects
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Strong written communication skills
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Experience working collaboratively with internal and external stakeholders on complex policy issues
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Demonstrated ability to guide and monitor the delivery of policy projects through all stages of the policy cycle
This is a fixed term role until 2 July 2027. For more details, please see attached position description.
Your application needs to include a resume and a cover letter (max 2 pages) that responds clearly but succinctly to the key selection criteria outlined in the position description.
For further information pertaining to the role, please contact
Alex Markham – Manager Provider Engagement and Partnerships via
[email protected]
The Department values diversity and inclusion in all forms - gender, religion, ethnicity, LGBTIQ+, disability and neurodiversity. Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander candidates are strongly encouraged to apply. For more information about our work, working for the Department, diversity and inclusion, and our employment conditions visit the Department website and our Diversity and Inclusion page
Applicants requiring adjustments can contact the nominated contact person
Information about the Department of Education's operations and employment conditions can be located at www.education.vic.gov.au.
