Justice Policy Lead: Shape Reform & Access to Justice

Department of Justice and Community Safety; Melbourne; On-site; AUD 116,000 - 141,000; Full time

Job summary

Department of Justice and Community Safety (DJCS) invites applications for a senior policy officer role within Justice System Coordination and Reform (JSCR) in Melbourne. You will lead projects shaping justice policy and reform, working across courts and the wider system to improve access to justice.

You will write clear briefings and ministerial advice, research complex issues, develop policy options, and prepare budget submissions.

Qualifications

• Tertiary qualification in law, economics or public policy is highly desirable.
• Strong writing skills and ability to explain complex issues clearly.
• Experience delivering policy reforms or complex projects.
• Knowledge of Victorian Government policy and decision-making processes.

Responsibilities

• Lead projects shaping justice policy and reform.
• Improve how courts operate and access to justice.
• Prepare clear briefings, reports and advice for senior leaders and ministers.
• Prepare budget submissions and assess costs and risks.
• Manage cabinet and parliamentary papers and help deliver government reforms.
• Collaborate across the department and support junior policy officers.

Skills

Strong writing skills

Policy research

Policy project experience

Education

Law / Economics / Public Policy degree

Job description

Department of Justice and Community Safety (DJCS) invites applications for a senior policy officer role within Justice System Coordination and Reform (JSCR) in Melbourne. You will lead projects shaping justice policy and reform, working across courts and the wider system to improve access to justice.

You will write clear briefings and ministerial advice, research complex issues, develop policy options, and prepare budget submissions.