Principal Policy Officer, Policy and Projects

2 weeks ago

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

THE ROLE
The Principal Policy Officer contributes to the delivery of key workforce and industry reform policy in the Children and Families portfolio, homelessness, housing and disability portfolios or broad community services sector. The position requires strong strategic policy development and implementation skills, with a proven track record of supporting strategy and policy development, stakeholder engagement, communication, and collaboration.
ACCOUNTABILITIES INCLUDE
- Provide high quality authoritative advice and sound policy recommendations to senior management and government based on comprehensive research.
- Oversee the development of policy and initiatives that meet government and departmental objectives within resourcing, timeline, and budget parameters.
- Review and report on high priority issues, risks and trends and prepare and present comprehensive reports, ministerial briefs and cabinet and agency submissions on complex issues.

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VACCINATION REQUIREMENTS POLICY
The department may require its employees to be fully vaccinated against preventable diseases such as the current coronavirus (COVID-19). The department's COVID-19 Vaccination requirements policy(Word) outlines the requirements for existing employees, other workplace participants and prospective employees. Please read in full prior to applying.
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