Policy Officer

1 week ago

Melbourne, Australia Victorian Government Full time

**Overview**:
**Work Type**:Ongoing - Full-time

**Salary**: $79,122 - $96,073

**Grade**:VPS 3

**Occupation**:Policy

**Location**:Melbourne - CBD and Inner Metro suburbs

**Reference**:VG/716047

The Department of Families, Fairness and Housing (DFFH) works hard to create equal opportunities for all Victorians to live a
safe, respected and valued life.

Our areas of focus are child protection, housing, disability, the prevention of family violence, multicultural affairs, LGBTIQA+
equality, veterans, women and youth. The work we do benefits thousands of Victorians, particularly those who are
disadvantaged and vulnerable.

We work in a variety of community-based settings, including people's homes, residential facilities and secure settings across
metropolitan, rural and regional Victoria.

We are committed to developing and supporting a workforce that is well equipped and highly motivated. All jobs can be
backgrounds and abilities..

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For more information on working with us and our recruitment process, please visit Department of Families, Fairness and
**THE ROLE**

The role of the Policy Officer is to support business, project and policy development activities related to family and sexual violence reform. The role involves supporting the Whole of Victorian Government Reform and National Policy Team with coordination, research, preparation of papers and briefs, secretariat and administrative tasks, as well as building and maintaining effective team and stakeholder relationships.

**ACCOUNTABILITIES INCLUDE**
- Support the development and provision of advice and policy recommendations.
- Assist in the development of reports, ministerial briefs,cabinet and agency submissions.
- Work collaboratively and assist the flow of information across the work unit,branch and across the department where required.

**Please open the position description to read more.**

**HOW TO APPLY**

Applicants are required to submit a CV and Cover Letter (max 2 pages) outlining their suitability to the role in line with the Key Selection Criteria.
Applicants must be an Australian Citizen, Permanent Resident or hold a valid work permit or visa. Work eligibility will be checked as part of the recruitment process.

- Applications close Sunday 3 August 2025 at 11.59pm

Posted
- 18 July 2025

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