Senior Knowledge Translation Officer

Victorian Government; Melbourne; On-site; AUD 116,000 - 141,000; Full time

Job summary

Victorian Government is seeking a Senior Knowledge Translation Officer for the Gambling, Liquor & Tobacco unit in Melbourne. The role translates complex gambling research into clear information to inform policy and public health responses.

You will lead knowledge sharing, write plain-English materials, monitor emerging trends and provide timely advice to support government decisions. This is a fulltime, on-site role with a strong emphasis on collaboration across teams.

Qualifications

• You need qualifications and experience in social sciences, public health, economics or another relevant field.
• A research focus is highly desirable.

Responsibilities

• Lead clear, accessible ways to share research and information about gambling harm.
• Write accurate, plain English content for fact sheets, web pages, newsletters and briefs.
• Track new research, trends and issues in gambling and public health.
• Analyse evidence and give timely, sound advice to support policy and service decisions.
• Present findings, respond to new issues and work with research teams to share knowledge across government.

Skills

Strong research knowledge

Clear writing skills

Knowledge-sharing skills

Sound judgement and teamwork

Education

Social sciences / Public health / Economics background

Job description

Location: Melbourne - CBD and Inner Metro suburbs

Reference: VG/DJ8720OCT2026

At the Department of Justice and Community Safety, we’re looking for people who want to make a difference. People who take pride in their work. People who get things done. People who are committed to making Victoria a safer place.

We embrace diversity and strive to have a workforce that reflects the community we serve. We’re all about recruiting the best people, regardless of gender, age, disability, religion, sexual orientation, or cultural background. If you think you can do the job and would be a good fit for our department, we’d love to hear from you.

The department is committed to the safety and wellbeing of children and recognises that children’s rights need to be respected, their views welcomed and valued, and their concerns taken seriously and acted upon.

If you require adjustments to the recruitment and selection process, or require an alternative format to any of the application material, please don't hesitate to get in touch with the contact person listed on this ad.

For more information on working with us and our recruitment process, please visit justice.vic.gov.au/careers

We’re proud of the important work we do across Victoria. Want to be part of it?

• Turn complex gambling research into clear information that helps protect Victorians.


• Share evidence that helps shape policies and reduce gambling harm.


• Create useful resources for government teams and the wider community.


• Use your research and writing skills to make a real difference.


• Ongoing, full-time role earning $116,413 - $140,849 per year, plus super.

About us

The Gambling, Liquor & Tobacco (GLT) business unit supports the regulation of Gambling, Liquor and Tobacco in Victoria, to minimise the harms these products can cause and contribute positively to the Victorian economy. It is responsible for:

• delivering and further developing the Victorian Government's strategic response to gambling, liquor and tobacco issues


• developing and implementing the government's policy on major gambling licensing processes


• delivering a research and evaluation program to inform responses to gambling harm in Victoria.

It advises the Minister for Casino, Gaming and Liquor Regulation and is the primary government point of reference for industry, community and government on liquor and gaming issues.

What you will do

As a Senior Knowledge Translation Officer, you will turn complex research into clear, useful information about gambling harm.

You will help government teams use evidence to shape policies and improve responses to gambling harm.

You will:

• lead clear, accessible ways to share research and information about gambling harm


• write accurate, plain English content for fact sheets, web pages, newsletters and briefs


• track new research, trends and issues in gambling and public health


• analyse evidence and give timely, sound advice to support policy and service decisions


• present findings, respond to new issues and work with research teams to share knowledge across government.

About you

You need qualifications and experience in social sciences, public health, economics or another relevant field. A research focus is highly desirable.

You should also have:

• strong research knowledge about gambling, its products, industry and regulation


• clear writing skills and experience turning technical research into information people can understand


• knowledge-sharing skills to help teams use research and evidence in their work


• sound judgement and teamwork skills to analyse problems, adapt to change and explain complex issues clearly.

To learn even more about this role, please read the position description. If you have any further questions, feel free to email Brett Hetherington at [e-mail].

Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander (Aboriginal) people are strongly encouraged to apply. Learn more about our Aboriginal workforce strategy.

The successful candidate will be required to undergo pre-employment checks which may include national police checks and misconduct screening.

If you require adjustments to the recruitment and selection process, or require an alternative format to any of the application material, please don't hesitation to get in touch with the contact person listed on this ad.

IMPORTANT INFORMATION:

The Department of Justice and Community Safety is committed to the safety and wellbeing of children and young people. We seek to prevent harm of any kind impacting children and young people and have zero tolerance for racism, child abuse and inequality. Children and young people's rights, relationships, identity, and culture must be recognised and respected, their voices heard, and their concerns acted upon. We aim to foster a culturally safe, child safe and child friendly environment for all children and young people we have contact with, deliver services to, or are impacted by our work.

Applications close Wednesday 4 November 2026 at 11.59pm