Policy Project Officer

6 days ago

Melbourne City Centre, Australia Victoria Police Full time

**About the role**:
An exciting opportunity exists for a high-performing and motivated individual with strong policy analysis, project management experience and stakeholder engagement skills to join the Youth Justice Act Implementation Team within Victoria Police - **fixed term until 30 June 2027**. Victoria Police is a contemporary and agile workplace and supports flexible working arrangements.

**About the role**

You will form part of a small, dedicated team responsible for coordinating and managing implementation of reforms arising from the _Youth Justice Act 2024 _for Victoria Police. The Policy / Project Officer will support the work of Victoria Police in delivering multi-year reforms. In this role, you will be required to support policy development, project management and stakeholder collaboration and deliver outcomes within strict timeframes. Policy development, the ability to work constructively with a wide range of stakeholders, absorb information quickly and provide succinct and accurate advice are key to success in this role.

**As the Policy / Project Officer and Project Officer your duties will include**:

- Supporting the development of policy and strategic advice to senior management
- Communicating with internal and external stakeholders
- Supporting project management work
- Supporting identification of issues and risks that may impact implementation of the reforms
- Contributing to a positive team culture

**About you**
- Strong skills in communication
- Ability to collaborate with a range of stakeholders
- Ability to support and contribute to robust and practical policy advice
- Capacity to work collaboratively with team members and contribute to a productive and supportive organisational culture
- Ability to work across multiple project streams
- Demonstratable experience in managing priorities and delivering to deadlines
- Ability to work as part of a team

**Requirements and relevant information**:

- One (1) x fixed term until 30/06/2027, full time position. Part-time or other flexible work arrangements will be considered.
- This position is located at Victoria Police Centre, 311 Spencer Street, Docklands.
- Applicants must be an Australian Citizen, Permanent Resident or hold a valid work permit or visa.
- **Resume**:
**Applications close midnight 16 February 2025.**

**About Us**:
Victoria Police has a dedicated workforce of more than 22,000 employees consisting of police, protective services officers, police custody officers, and public service staff. Each employee plays a vital role in providing the 24/7, 365 days a year emergency response and public safety capability the organisation delivers to its community. As a Victoria Police employee, you have a dedication and commitment to community safety.

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