Policy Officer, Traditional Owner Outcomes, Land
2 weeks ago
An exciting and unique opportunity exists for a talented and passionate individual to join the Land Justice Unit as Policy Officer, Traditional Owner Outcomes, to progress the Victorian Government's nation leading work with First Peoples through their strategic leadership and high-quality public administration.
The responsibilities of the Land Justice Unit include leading the Government's negotiation and implementation of agreements under the Traditional Owner Settlement Act 2010 (Vic) (TOS Act) and resolution of claims made under the Native Title Act 1993 (Cth).
As the Policy Officer, Traditional Owner Outcomes, Land Justice Unit you will engage with Traditional Owner corporations and their representatives to ensure that relationships are strengthened and maintained. Managing projects relating to Government objectives and priorities under the Traditional Owner Settlement Act will also be a requirement of this role.
Please note, a relevant tertiary qualification in law, public policy, humanities or related field and/or equivalent relevant experience is a desirable requirement for this role.
About you
- Proven policy skills, including analysing and critically evaluating information and the potential implications and risks of proposed policy options
- Sound conceptual and analytical skills
- Strong time management skills
- Developed influence and negotiation skills
- Excellent written communication skills
Working with us, you can make a difference not just in your career, but in the community where you work and live.
This position is only open to applicants with relevant rights to work in Australia.
How to apply
- a resume; and
- 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 Mandatory Vaccination policy which requires all DPC employees be fully vaccinated against COVID-19 in order to undertake duties outside of their homes (unless an exception applies).To be able to meet the COVID-19 Mandatory Vaccination requirements and for the department to meet its obligations under the OH&S Act, the department will request employees provide their vaccination information (including 3rd dose / booster) or evidence of an exemption throughout the recruitment process. Inability to provide this may impact your subsequent employment to the department.
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