Strategic Policy Leader

4 days ago


Melbourne, Victoria, Australia State Government of Victoria, Australia Full time
Job Summary

We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Strategic Policy Leader to join our team as the Executive Director, Early Childhood Strategy Division. This is a key leadership role that requires a strong understanding of policy reform and a proven track record of leading teams to achieve strategic objectives.

Key Responsibilities
  • Lead policy reform teams to develop and implement strategic policy reforms in early childhood education and care.
  • Collaborate with stakeholders across government, education, and community sectors to establish a coherent and strategic approach to reform design, priority, and sequencing.
  • Oversee the operational policy development, service program design, and commissioning to ensure a child and family-centred outcomes-focused integrated system.
  • Regulate early childhood education and care services and implement relevant legislative reforms to create a comprehensive, integrated, and equitable system.
  • Lead the implementation of the Victorian Child Information Sharing Reforms, enabling the access to and sharing of information between authorised organisations to improve the wellbeing and safety of children.
Requirements
  • Proven experience in leading policy reform teams and developing strategic policy reforms.
  • Strong understanding of early childhood education and care policy and reform.
  • Excellent collaboration and stakeholder engagement skills.
  • Ability to lead and manage teams to achieve strategic objectives.
  • Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
What We Offer

The Department of Education 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. We offer a range of benefits and opportunities for professional development and growth.



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