Policy Advisor, Education Workforce Strategy (Fixed-Term)

Department of Education Victoria; Melbourne; On-site; AUD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Department of Education Victoria in Melbourne is seeking a Policy Advisor for the Workforce Strategy team. This fixed-term full-time role runs until 30 June 2027 and focuses on kindergarten workforce strategy, policy development and intergovernmental activity related to early childhood workforce.

The role requires delivering high‑quality advice, collaborating with stakeholders and producing briefing materials, reports and cabinet submissions.

Qualifications

• Relevant university qualifications or experience in a related field.
• Experience in policy design, development and communication is desirable.
• Applicants should submit a resume and no more than two pages outlining KC addressing criteria.

Responsibilities

• Provide high quality written and verbal advice to leadership.
• Contribute to policy analysis and development for Best Start, Best Life reforms.
• Develop written products such as slide decks, briefings, reports and cabinet submissions.
• Use data insights to inform policy development and options analysis.
• Engage with internal and external stakeholders to inform analysis.

Skills

Policy advising

Data analysis

Written communication

Stakeholder engagement

Education

Related university qualification

Job description

Department of Education Victoria in Melbourne is seeking a Policy Advisor for the Workforce Strategy team. This fixed-term full-time role runs until 30 June 2027 and focuses on kindergarten workforce strategy, policy development and intergovernmental activity related to early childhood workforce.

The role requires delivering high‑quality advice, collaborating with stakeholders and producing briefing materials, reports and cabinet submissions.