Policy Officer, Institutions of Government

An exciting and unique opportunity exists for a talented and passionate individual to join the Cabinet and Governance Branch in the Public Administration Group as a Policy Officer, Institutions of Government at the Department of Premier and Cabinet.

The Cabinet and Governance Branch provides high-quality strategic analysis and advice on matters relating to the operation of the Westminster system in Victoria within Australia's federal system. It provides advice on public sector administration and workforce matters and the institutions of government, including the Office of the Governor, Parliament, Parliamentary Workplace Standards and Integrity Commission, the Victorian Public Sector Commission and the Office of the Chief Parliamentary Counsel. The Branch is also responsible for supporting the Victorian Government's intergovernmental relationships including through the coordination of Victoria's participation in intergovernmental forums.

The Policy Officer in the Institutions of Government team will work at the centre of government on topical, challenging, and high-impact issues, reforms and projects. The core duties of the Policy Officer role include providing high-quality policy and analysis to the Premier, Secretary and DPC executives on a wide range of matters relating to parliamentary and legislative processes, and parliamentary standards and integrity.

The successful candidate will demonstrate strong policy, analytical and communication skills coupled with an ability to influence stakeholders and work effectively in a team, in a complex and fast-paced environment.

About you

As our ideal candidate, you will bring:

• Demonstrated policy skills and experience, with the ability to interpret and apply policies, use critical thinking, conduct research, analyse ideas and evidence, consult with others and develop solutions to policy problems.
• Highly developed written communication skills and experience, with the ability to prepare high-quality written advice products that convey complex information clearly and concisely.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to develop and maintain effective relationships with stakeholders, communicate confidently and deliver logical and succinct presentations, and to collaborate with and support others in the pursuit of common goals.
• Proven organisational skills, including the ability to determine priorities, plan and undertake tasks to deliver outcomes, coordinate others in the execution of work activities, and monitor the progress of tasks against plans, taking corrective action when required.
• Adaptability and resilience, with the ability to work effectively in a dynamic and complex environment, be flexible and adapt quickly to changes.

For more details regarding this position, please see attached position description, including the key selection criteria to be addressed in your application.

The closing date for this position is midnight, Tuesday 20 January 2026.

This position is only open to applicants with relevant rights to work in Australia.

How to apply:

Apply before the advertised closing date, all applications should include:

• a resume
• a cover letter which addresses the key selection criteria (within three pages)

Other relevant information:

The department is committed to providing and maintaining a working environment which is safe and without risk to the health of its employees and clients and consistent with the department's obligations under the Occupational Health and Safety Act 2004 (OH&S Act), to support this DPC has a COVID-19 Vaccination policy which strongly recommends all DPC employees be fully vaccinated.

Preferred candidates will be required to complete a Pre-employment Declaration and Consent form. Employment of successful candidates will be subject to a National Police Check.

DPC actively promotes diversity, inclusion and an equal opportunity workplace. We welcome applicants from all diverse backgrounds, including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples and people with disabilities. All roles at DPC can be worked flexibly, however it may differ from role to role.