Senior Policy Officer

THE ROLE

As a Senior Policy Officer in the Prevention Policy & Design team, you will use your policy and stakeholder engagement skills to drive the development and implementation of Victorian Government policy on the primary prevention of family and sexual violence.

Accountabilities Include

• Provide authoritative advice, reasoned recommendations and innovative solutions to complex and sensitive issues based on comprehensive research.
• Develop policy and program initiatives that meet government and departmental objectives within resourcing, timeline and budget parameters.
• Monitor and report on high priority demand issues, risks and trends and prepare and present reports, ministerial briefs, Cabinet and agency submissions.

How To Apply

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Applicants are encouraged to apply online. Attachments can be uploaded in .doc, .docx, .pdf, .txt or .rtf formats.Applicants are required to submit a CV and Cover Letter (max 2 pages) outlining their suitability to the role in line with the Key Selection Criteria. Applicants must be an Australian Citizen, Permanent Resident or hold a valid work permit or visa. Work eligibility will be checked as part of the recruitment process. Preferred candidates will be required to complete pre-employment screening, including a national police check and misconduct screening.

For more information on working with us and our recruitment process, please visit Department of Families, Fairness and Housing Victoria | Jobs (www.dffh.vic.gov.au/jobs)

Please apply to submit your interest in this position.