Principal Policy Officer X 2

1 month ago

Melbourne, Australia Department of Justice and Community Safety Full time

Location: Melbourne | CBD

Job type: Full time / 12 months from commencement

Organisation: Department of Justice and Community Safety

**Salary**: $134,593 - $180,115

Occupation: Policy

Reference: VG/D02392/D02393-OCT24

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.

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?
- ** Deliver legislative reform and strategic policy work to support establishment of a robust tobacco regulator and licensing scheme.**:

- **2 x Fixed, Full-Time (12 Months) opportunities to work with a high-performing and passionate team in the Victorian Public Service.**:

- **VPS Grade 6: $134,593 - $180,115 plus superannuation.**

The Department of Justice and Community Safety is seeking 2 x Principal Policy Officer's to provide a support to the Tobacco Regulation Project.

**About the Business Unit**

The Department of Justice and Community Safety (DJCS) provides a range of government programs and services focused on improving community safety, victim services, regulatory services and crime prevention, and building strong collaboration across the justice system. Located in the Integrity, Regulation and Legal Services (IRLS) group, the Tobacco Regulation Project (TRP) has been established to deliver the Victorian Government's commitment to implement a tobacco regulation and licensing scheme.

**About the Role**

Reporting to the Director, Legislation, Policy and Engagement, the Principal Policy Officer will bring high level policy expertise and leadership to drive the successful delivery of key projects and activities to support the establishment of the tobacco regulator and licensing scheme, including:

- Developing relevant legislation, regulations and policies
- Providing high-quality and authoritative strategic policy advice
- Delivering key projects and outcomes, including the preparation of government submissions
- Identifying emerging complex or highly sensitive issues, risks and trends.

To learn more about this role before applying, please read the attached position description.

**About you**

To be successful in this role, you will have:

- Extensive experience in leading the development of strategic legislative and regulatory policy in a public sector setting.
- Ability to analyse complex operational, policy and legal issues, interpret legislation and provide legal policy solutions.
- Excellent analytical, conceptual and problem-solving skills with demonstrated ability to identify emerging trends and systemic issues.
- Sound knowledge of and/or experience in Victorian government administrative processes, including Cabinet and legislative processes.

**Qualifications/Requirements**
- A tertiary qualification in law, public administration, regulatory studies, public policy or other relevant discipline, including experience in a senior policy officer role is desirable.

**How to Apply**

**_ FOR INTERNAL VPS EMPLOYEES:_**

**IMPORTANT INFORMATION**:
**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.

  • Principal Policy Officer X 2

    1 month ago

    Melbourne City Centre, Australia Department of Justice and Community Safety Full time

    **Deliver legislative reform and strategic policy work to support establishment of a robust tobacco regulator and licensing scheme.**: - **2 x Fixed, Full-Time (12 Months) opportunities to work with a high-performing and passionate team in the Victorian Public Service.**: - **VPS Grade 6: $134,593 - $180,115 plus superannuation.** The Department of...

  • Principal Policy Officer

    2 months ago

    Melbourne, Australia Hudson Australia Full time

    This pay rate is inclusive of mandatory 25% casual loading Are you a skilled leader with a passion for regulation policy? We're looking for a Principal Policy Officer to guide important initiatives within this high profile portfolio. We are seeking a Principal Policy Officer to provide expert advice to our Minister and senior leadership. In this role, you...

  • 2 X Administration Officer

    2 months ago

    Melbourne, Australia Department of Education Full time

    Location: Melbourne | CBD Job type: Full time / 3 years and 2 years Organisation: Department of Education **Salary**: $76,817 - $93,275 Occupation: Administration/Secretarial Reference: VG/VSBA2000988120009889 The VSBA is recruiting two Administration Officers, one for the Major Projects & Property Division and another for the Project Delivery...

  • Assistant Principal-school Leadership

    1 month ago

    Melbourne, Australia Schools (Government) Full time

    Location: Melbourne | Northern Metropolitan Job type: Full time / From 02/12/2024 - 01/12/2029 Organisation: Schools (Government) **Salary**: Salary not specified Occupation: Teacher Reference: 1442328 **Location Profile**: Newlands Primary School's motto is 'Through relationships we build success'. The school provides a caring and challenging learning...

  • Principal Legal

    7 months ago

    Melbourne, Australia Davidson Group Services Full time

    Two newly created roles - Contribute towards Australia’s transport reform agenda - Provide high quality legislative and legal policy advice The National Transport Commission leads national land transport reform in support of Australian governments to improve safety, productivity, environmental outcomes and regulatory efficiency. Established under...

  • Principal Policy Officer

    6 months ago

    Melbourne, Australia Hudson Australia Full time

    . Are you ready to embark on a meaningful journey with a community organization dedicated to transforming lives? An incredible opportunity awaits you to become a pivotal part of a organisation that manages over 1,600 rental properties, impacting the lives of individuals across Victoria. As a Principal Policy officer,, you'll spearhead strategic...

  • Principal-range 2 (Principal-range 2)

    5 months ago

    Melbourne, Australia Schools (Government) Full time

    Location: Melbourne | Northern Metropolitan Job type: Full time / From 15/07/2024 - 14/07/2029 Organisation: Schools (Government) **Salary**: Salary not specified Occupation: Teacher Reference: 1410184 **Selection Criteria**: **(a) Vision and values**: Demonstrated capacity to create a shared vision, define and gain acceptance of school goals and set...

  • Principal Legal Policy Officer

    3 months ago

    Melbourne City Centre, Australia Department of Justice and Community Safety Full time

    Utilise your policy and development expertise to provide support and advice to the Integrity Regulation and Legal Services branch - Fixed-Term (24 months), Full-Time opportunity to work with a high-performing and passionate team in the Victorian Public Service - VPS Grade 6: $130,673 - $174,869 plus superannuation. **About Us**: Integrity, Regulation and...

  • Facilities Officer X 2, Victorian Civil and

    6 months ago

    Melbourne, Australia Victorian Civil and Administrative Tribunal (VCAT) Full time

    Location: Melbourne | CBD Job type: Full time / 1x Fixed Term - 6 Month & 1x Fixed Term - 12 Month Organisation: Victorian Civil and Administrative Tribunal (VCAT) **Salary**: $56,271 - $72,262 Occupation: Facilities Management Reference: VG/VT0241_VT0245B - 2 x Full-time, VPS 2 positions - 1 x Fixed Term - 6 Month position & 1 x Fixed Term - 12 Month...

  • Principal Legal Policy Officer

    6 months ago

    Melbourne City Centre, Australia Department of Justice and Community Safety Full time

    Utilise your expertise to provide support and advice to key stakeholders. - Ongoing, Full-Time Opportunity to work with a high-performing and passionate team in the Victorian Public Service - VPS Grade 6: $130,673 - $174,869 plus superannuation. The Department of Justice and Community Safety is seeking a Principal Legal Policy Officer, Legal Policy Team to...

  • Principal Policy Advisor

    2 months ago

    Melbourne, Australia Hudson Australia Full time

    This pay rate is inclusive of mandatory 25% casual loading **The opportunity**: Are you looking for the next challenge in your policy career? We are recruiting for a switched on, collaborative and delivery focused Principal Policy Advisor (Fixed Term - 18 month contrcat) to join the team. NTC's Heavy Vehicle Reform team is focused on developing and...

  • Asset Manager X 2 Roles

    5 months ago

    Melbourne, Australia Launch Recruitment Full time

    2 roles | 1x Software Asset Manager | 1 x ITIL Asset Manager - $130,000 including super - would consider contract - Hybrid working Launch Recruitment are looking for 2 Asset Manager to join a large scale project, due to the nature of the work you will require baseline clearance for this role. One role is focussed on software management and the other...

  • Assistant Principal Range 2

    2 weeks ago

    Melbourne, Australia Schools (Government) Full time

    Location: Melbourne | Northern Metropolitan Job type: Full time / From 28/01/2025 Organisation: Schools (Government) **Salary**: Salary not specified Occupation: Teacher Reference: 1451945 **Selection Criteria**: **SC 1 Educational Leadership** - Outstanding capacity for visionary and exemplary educational leadership of a school - Highly developed...

  • Registry Officer X 2, Supreme Court of Victoria

    7 months ago

    Melbourne City Centre, Australia Court Services Victoria Full time

    The Supreme Court of Victoria is seeking two motivated, team focused individuals to join its Principal Registry team. The Principal Registry provides administrative services to the judiciary, legal profession, court users and the public. Registry Officers are responsible for undertaking a variety of administrative support functions within the Principal...

  • Principal Policy Officer

    5 months ago

    Melbourne City Centre, Australia Department of Health Full time

    **About the role**: The Planned Care Recovery and Reform Program is responsible for continuing to drive best practice across the planned patient journey. This cuts across both co-design and delivery of system reform through to system governance and accountability, underpinned by a focus on equity and priority populations (such as Aboriginal and Torres Strait...

  • Principal Policy Officer

    5 months ago

    Melbourne, Australia Department of Health Full time

    Location: Melbourne | CBD Job type: Full time / until 30 June 2026 Organisation: Department of Health **Salary**: $130,673 - $174,869 Occupation: Policy Reference: VG/1801544 The Department of Health plays a critical role in the Victorian health system and is responsible for shaping it to meet the health needs of all Victorians. We’re focused on...

  • Principal Policy Officer, Performance and

    5 months ago

    Melbourne, Australia Department of Health Full time

    Location: Melbourne | CBD Job type: Full time Organisation: Department of Health **Salary**: $130,673 - $174,869 Occupation: Policy Reference: VG/DH/MHW/1785706 The Department of Health plays a critical role in the Victorian health system and is responsible for shaping it to meet the health needs of all Victorians. We’re focused on supporting...

  • Principal Policy Officer, Performance and

    5 months ago

    Melbourne City Centre, Australia Department of Health Full time

    Melbourne CBD - $130,673 - $174,869 p.a + Super + *VPS benefits **About the role**: The Principal Policy Officer works within a team supporting the Manager, AOD Policy and Strategy to develop, implement and monitor policy and strategy to address priority reforms in the AOD sector. The role involves developing effective relationships with a range of internal...

  • Equipment Schedulers X 2

    5 months ago

    Melbourne, Australia Conquest Personnel Pty Ltd Full time

    **Equipment Schedulers x 2 - Hybrid WFH and office in SE Suburbs**: A workplace that believes in offering encouragement and support allowing the team to perform at their best and work together. **The role includes**: - Working with other schedulers and customer service reps to ensure all activities are coordinated together - Quality and timely...

  • Principal Legal Policy Officer

    5 months ago

    Melbourne City Centre, Australia Department of Justice and Community Safety Full time

    Ongoing full time VPS6 role in a high-performing, friendly and supportive team - Oversee the delivery of legislative reform projects and legal policy advice for the emergency management portfolio - Provide team leadership and build positive stakeholder relationships to facilitate a partnership approach across a range of interesting projects - VPS6 salary...