Policy Officer - Melbourne, Australia - Department of Premier and Cabinet

Department of Premier and Cabinet

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Melbourne, Australia

3 weeks ago

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Olivia Brown

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Description

Location:
Melbourne | CBD

Job type:
Full time / Until 28 June 2024

Organisation:
Department of Premier and Cabinet

Salary:
$91,418 - $103,725

Occupation:
Policy

Reference:
VG/VG/1742278

An exciting and unique opportunity exists for talented and passionate individuals to join the Yoorrook Justice Commission Response and Engagement Branch as Policy Officer to contribute to the ground-breaking work of the Group in the areas of truth, treaty, self-determination and cultural rights.

The Yoorrook Justice Commission Response and Engagement Branch sits within the Self Determination Policy and Transformation Division and coordinates the whole-of-government State response to the Yoorrook Justice Commission (Commission), including engagement with government departments and agencies through the Yoorrook Interdepartmental Committee and the WoVG Working Group.

As the
Policy Officer, Yoorrook Justice Commission Response and Engagement, you will assist in policy analysis and coordination to inform the development of policy and specific projects within defined areas.

Under direction, you will also provide analysis and expert advice to the Minister for Aboriginal Affairs, Premier, the Secretary and senior executives on issues relating to the Commission.

Please note, a relevant tertiary qualification and an understanding of self-determination reform priorities for Victorian Aboriginal communities, and current legislation, policy and frameworks relevant to Victorian First Peoples would be highly regarded for this role.

Multiple roles may be available and while this role is fixed term until 28 June 2024 there is a potential for extension.

About you

Demonstrated policy skills, including analysing and critically evaluating information and the potential implications and risks of proposed options, coordinating and engaging across government
Developed influence and negotiation skills
Sound conceptual and analytical skills
Demonstrated willingness to be flexible and adaptable to changing priorities and good time management 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 COVID19 Vaccination policy which strongly recommends all DPC employees be fully vaccinated. _