Principal Policy Officer

4 weeks ago

Geelong, Australia Victoria 2026, Commonwealth Games Organising Committee Full time

Location: Geelong

Job type: Full time / 30 March 2026

Organisation: Victoria 2026, Commonwealth Games Organising Committee

**Salary**: Salary not specified

Occupation: Policy

Reference: VG/1726708

Join our Victoria 2026 team, and help us organise a Commonwealth Games like no other, in a place like no other. In March 2026, thousands of elite athletes from more than 70 Commonwealth nations will descend on the sporting capital of the world. These superstars of 20 sports and nine fully-integrated para-sports will chase their dreams in front of more than a million spectators - in the stands and on the streets.

Victoria 2026 is a celebration of everything that makes our society great: our passionate fans, our regional cities, our multicultural communities - and our belief in fairness and equality above all.

So come on board - and help us bring to life an international festival of sport, art and culture that showcases the best of regional Victoria to the world

**About the Role**

Victoria 2026 is looking for a passionate individual to use their well-honed Government policy skills in a unique and fast-paced environment to join our team as Principal Policy Officer.

This is an exciting role responsible for ensuring the Victoria 2026 Organising Committee (OC) maintains exceptional information sharing practices with key Government stakeholders, including keeping Ministers updated, the Commonwealth Games Committee of Cabinet informed and, where needed, ensuring other standard Government processes are followed.

**To be successful in this role, you will have**:

- The ability to adjust your approach in line with changing priorities, open to acquiring and developing skills and knowledge, and adapt to new ways of working.
- Conceptual thinking and sound analytical approaches to support decision making by identifying patterns and relationships in complex systems and communicating them in clear ways.
- A national and global perspective, considering opportunities, risks, leading practices and technological advancements to enrich the quality of policies and services developed.
- Leadership experience with a proven ability to motivate and develop members across the team, promoting a respectful and engaged workforce.

**Further Information**

For further information on the position, please refer to the attached position description.

Applicants must be an Australian Citizen, Permanent Resident or hold a valid work permit or visa. Visa Sponsorship may be available for highly specialised roles.

**How to Apply**

Applications close at **11:59pm on 25 June 2023**.

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