Policy and Coordination Officer

4 days ago

Melbourne City Centre, Australia Department of Education Full time

Supervised by the OoS Strategic Advisor, duties will involve:

- Using DE systems to manage and coordinate the record and allocation of the Secretary's briefings, correspondence, meeting briefs and speech requests, and monitor timely responses.
- Effectively identifying, developing and managing office processes as they emerge and change.
- Deliver quality, timely and effective customer service to staff at all levels and promote and develop key relationships and linkages within and outside the department.
- Assisting the OoS in the coordination of requests and deadlines for Executive Board meetings and other key forums.
- Assisting the OoS in the quality assurance of briefings and correspondence, and communicating the Departmental and OoS preferences, standards and processes clearly to stakeholders.
- Preparing reporting and other information to support key functions of the OoS.

**This is a Full Time, ongoing VPS 4 role**

**Attributes**

To be successful in this role you will have:

- Excellent attention to detail and time management with the ability to manage competing priorities effectively
- The ability to work with mínimal supervision and as part of a team.
- A drive and capability to provide high quality support to the Secretary, the OoS team and the many and varied stakeholders across the department.
- Strong verbal and written communication skills.

**Desirable Quaifications and Experience**
- Relevant tertiary qualification in a related discipline
- Previous experience with Ministerial correspondence and briefings, and cabinet submissions is an advantage

**How to Apply**

Applicants are required to submit a CV and cover letter (max 2 pages for cover letter) summarising their skills, relevant experience and suitability to the role.

**Further Information**

Applicants requiring adjustments can contact the nominated contact person.

For further information pertaining to the role, please contact Rebecca Haig**:
**Applications close** 11:59pm on Monday, 27 October 2025

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