Policy and Program Officer

24 hours ago

Melbourne City Centre, Australia Department of Families, Fairness and Housing Full time

**THE ROLE**

Working across a multi-disciplinary team, you will support policy, planning and program administration for programs and initiatives to improve economic inclusion and participation through community support, financial capability development, concessions and food relief. More broadly, the role will contribute to the work of the Community Inclusion, Veterans and Youth Branch in Disability, Fairness and Emergency Management Division.

Reporting to the Manager, Economic Inclusion, the role works across government and with key partners to operationalise equity and inclusion, build the capability of government to understand the drivers and results of poverty and disadvantage, and respond to the needs of nearly every intersection of the Victorian community.

The role operates within a complex and dynamic environment that requires capacity to exercise sound judgement, and the ability to proactively develop and maintain effective relationships with key stakeholders.

**ACCOUNTABILITIES INCLUDE**
- Support policy and project development, consultation, advice and delivery of the Government's agenda; and demonstrate how the actions and outcomes of this role and work unit impact the department's ability to deliver, or facilitate the delivery of, effective supports and services.
- Support program management for food relief and financial inclusion programs; contribute to branch and division programs or projects; and provide input as part of a team to other projects, policies, programs, processes and systems based on expertise.
- Develop and maintain strong and effective working relationships with key internal and external stakeholders including departmental staff, other government departments, statutory authorities and external organisations

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**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.

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