Policy Officer

6 days ago

Melbourne, Australia Department of Premier and Cabinet Full time

Location: Melbourne | CBD

Job type: Full time / Until 22 October 2025

Organisation: Department of Premier and Cabinet

**Salary**: $95,102 - $107,905

Occupation: Policy

Reference: VG/1841688

An exciting opportunity exists for a motivated and flexible individual to join the Justice and Public Administration group in the Governance branch as Policy Officer at the Department of Premier and Cabinet.

As the Policy Officer you will work in the Public Sector Governance team to contribute to good governance in the public sector in Victoria and provide policy advice to the Premier, ministers and senior executives on governance topics and appointments across government.

There will also be opportunities to contribute to the longer-term strategic projects in the team and the Branch. Be part of a high-performing and supportive team that provides governance advice in a fast-paced environment at the centre of government.

To be successful in the role you will have proven ability to analyse and evaluate information, develop solutions to problems, the demonstrated ability to plan and prioritise your work, and the ability to constructively engage with and consider input from stakeholders.

For a confidential discussion about the role, please contact James Cameron, Manager, Public Sector Governance on 0401 156 055.

**About you**
- Demonstrated policy experience including analysing and critically evaluating information and an understanding of government processes, and the role of Parliament, Ministers, and the public service.
- Highly developed planning and organising skills including setting clearly defined objectives and priorities and operating accordingly, reviewing and adjusting as required.
- Strong influence and negotiation skills, including identifying key stakeholders of an issue/project and engaging stakeholders and investing time in seeking their input.
- Demonstrated resilience including persevering to achieve goals in the face of obstacles and setback and remaining calm and in control under pressure.

**The closing date for this position is Wednesday, 12 February 2025.**

**How to apply**
- a resume; and
- a cover letter which addresses the key selection criteria (within three pages).

**This position is only open to applicants with relevant rights to work in Australia.**

**Other relevant information**

The department is committed to providing and maintaining a working environment which is safe and without risk to the health of its employees and clients and consistent with the department's obligations under the Occupational Health and Safety Act 2004 (OH&S Act), to support this DPC has a COVID-19 Vaccination policy which strongly recommends all DPC employees be fully vaccinated.

DPC actively promotes diversity, inclusion and an equal opportunity workplace. We welcome applicants from all diverse backgrounds, including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples and people with disabilities. All roles at DPC can be worked flexibly, however it may differ from role to role.

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