The Department of Jobs, Skills, Industry and Regions is focused on growing Victoria’s prosperity, building the productive capacity of our economy and increasing participation – by creating more opportunities for people through skills and jobs; helping businesses and industries to thrive; and building vibrant communities and regions. For more information, see the DJSIR Strategic Plan 2023-2027.
Our work spans numerous portfolios, supporting departmental ministers and operating across metropolitan, regional and international offices.
The Department welcomes and encourages applications from diverse applicants, including First Peoples, refugees or asylum seekers, people from culturally and linguistically diverse (CALD) backgrounds, LGBTIQ+ people and people with disability. All roles at DJSIR can be worked flexibly and we offer reasonable adjustments for applicants with disabilities.
Senior Policy Officer- Strategy
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Salary: $116,413 - $140,849 (Plus Superannuation)
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Ongoing role
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Usual hours of work: Full time (flexibility may be available)
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Usual work location: 121 Exhibition Street, Melbourne (flexibility may be available)
This is a prioritised position for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people in accordance with the Special Measures provision of the Equal Opportunity Act 2010 (Vic). Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people are strongly encouraged to apply and will be given priority consideration for this role.
The Role
The role of the Senior Policy Officer, Marrung Team is to engage, partner and collaborate with the First Peoples community, including Aboriginal organisations and the wider TAFE network. The work will involve co-designing, implementing and monitoring programs to achieve better outcomes for First Nations learners.
Main accountabilities:
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Lead the strategic direction for self-determination and advise on policy and program interventions to improve access and outcomes for Aboriginal learners, industry and communities
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Oversight, leadership and governance of the new 2026 – 2036 Marrung Education Strategy (for the Skills and TAFE portfolio), the Wurreker strategy, First Nations languages and key stakeholder engagement
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Lead strategic engagement with individual TAFEs and the VTN, including Victorian TAFE Network, Strategic Engagement meetings and good practice fora.
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Build assurance and the reputation of TAFE, including through strategic communications and branding, and responding to individual, industry and community interests
The Team
The position of Senior Policy Officer- Strategy forms a part of the Office of TAFE Coordination and Delivery within the Skills and TAFE group.
Skills and TAFE (S&T) focuses on enabling Victorians to access the knowledge, skills and attributes they need to participate in today's workforce, prepare for future jobs, and achieve their educational aspirations. The Office of TAFE Coordination and Delivery (OTCD) incorporating the TAFE Strategy, Systems and Tertiary Governance branch and the TAFE Performance, Finance and Infrastructure branch, plays a system leadership and management role for the Victorian TAFE Network (VTN) across Victoria.
About You
The successful candidate will ideally have the following skills and experience:
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Stakeholder Engagement: Builds respectful relationships with a range of stakeholders, including colleagues, communities and delivery partners.
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Project Delivery: Plans, coordinates and delivers programs or projects to meet agreed outcomes. Monitors progress and adjusts work as needed, seeking guidance when appropriate.
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Critical Thinking and Problem Solving: Considers issues from multiple viewpoints including cultural, community, sector and organisational perspectives to develop practical recommendations and effective solutions.
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Experience working with First Nations stakeholders is highly desirable including policy and program delivery
Further Information
For a confidential discussion, please contact Tracey Evans, Manager Marrung on 0455 307 977 or
[email protected]
The Department is committed to creating and maintaining a child safe organisation. We have zero tolerance of child abuse and are committed to taking the necessary steps to protect children from harm by adopting a preventative, proactive and participatory approach to child safety in accordance with the Child Safe Standards.
Successful candidates will be required to undergo a National Police Records Check prior to commencing employment with the Department. For further information on the position, please refer to the attached position description.
Please note: We are committed to inclusive recruitment. If you require an adjustment to participate in any stage of the recruitment process or have a particular requirement to be communicated with by either telephone or email only, please notify the DJSIR Talent Acquisition Team on 0472 875 685, or via email at
[email protected] with the position number in the subject line.
How to Apply
Please click the ‘Apply Now' button. As part of the application process, you will need to provide a copy of your resume and a cover letter addressing the key selection criteria outlined in the position description.
Applications close at 23:59pm on 25 June 2026.
For the purpose of employment in Aboriginal Designated or Aboriginal Prioritised positions within the Victorian public sector, candidates will be asked to provide Confirmation of Aboriginality. This can be confirmed by a Confirmation of Aboriginality form signed by an Aboriginal Community Controlled Organisation and affixed with the common seal of that organisation. Recognising that access to formal Confirmation of Aboriginality documents can occasionally be problematic, an alternative process can be discussed by emailing [email protected]. 