Education Policy Leader - Strategy & Impact

Department of Premier and Cabinet; City of Melbourne; Hybrid; AUD 150,000 - 190,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible work arrangements

Diversity and inclusion

Equal opportunity workplace

Pre-employment screening

Job summary

The Department of Premier and Cabinet in Melbourne seeks an experienced leader to join the Education Branch, delivering high-quality policy analysis and advice across portfolios. You will guide the team, review proposals, and help shape responses to complex issues.

Collaborating with senior executives and other departments, you will provide timely, evidence-based guidance in a fast-paced environment, requiring proactive leadership and strong communication skills.

Qualifications

• Experience leading and delivering high-quality policy analysis across portfolios.
• Ability to review policy proposals and provide timely, evidence-based advice.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills for senior stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage the Education Branch team, developing career pathways and performance insights.
• Provide authoritative briefings, submissions, and reports to senior Executives and the Premier.
• Design and delivery of complex policy projects across portfolios.
• Build and maintain relationships with key internal and external stakeholders.
• Represent the Department at interdepartmental meetings and maintain a positive culture.

Skills

Leadership

Policy analysis

Stakeholder management

Strategic thinking

Written and spoken communication

Education

Postgraduate qualification in Public Policy/Administration

Tools

MS Office

Policy analysis tools

Job description

The Department of Premier and Cabinet in Melbourne seeks an experienced leader to join the Education Branch, delivering high-quality policy analysis and advice across portfolios. You will guide the team, review proposals, and help shape responses to complex issues.

Collaborating with senior executives and other departments, you will provide timely, evidence-based guidance in a fast-paced environment, requiring proactive leadership and strong communication skills.