Senior Policy Officer

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

Help shape laws and policies that improve Victoria's justice system.Lead projects that support fairer outcomes and better access to justice.Turn complex issues into clear advice that helps leaders make decisions.Build your policy skills while making a difference to the community.Fixed-term (until 30/06/2027), full-time role earning $116,413 - $140,849 per year, plus super.About usJustice System Coordination and Reform (JSCR) supports the Attorney-General and Department of Justice and Community Safety (DJCS) ministers to deliver criminal and civil law policy responsibilities by providing legal, policy, integrity and assurance expertise to the DJCS and Justice Ministers. We work collaboratively with key entities across the justice system and the department to ensure policy reform is strategic, relevant, holistic and people centred.These roles will contribute to the development and implementation of policy proposals, legislation and initiatives under the Attorney-General's portfolio in response to emerging issues across the courts and the justice system.What you will doAs a senior policy officer, you will lead projects that shape justice policy and reform. You will work across the justice system to improve how courts operate and help people access justice.You will:write clear, accurate briefings, reports and advice for senior leaders and ministersresearch complex issues and develop practical policy options and solutionsprepare budget submissions and assess costs, risks and likely outcomesmanage cabinet and parliamentary papers and help deliver key government reformswork across the department, share your knowledge and support junior policy officers.About youA tertiary qualification in law, economics or public policy is highly desirable. You can also draw on your skills and experience to develop sound policy advice.You should also have:strong writing skills and the ability to explain complex issues in clear, simple termsexperience helping develop and deliver policy reforms or complex projectsknowledge of Victorian Government policy and how government decisions are madesound judgement, resilience and initiative, with the ability to solve problems, adapt to change and work well with others.To learn even more about this role, please read the position description. If you have any further questions, feel free to email Emily Haddow at [e-mail] and/or Torres Strait Islander (Aboriginal) people are strongly encouraged to apply. Learn more about our Aboriginal workforce strategy.How to applyPlease click the Apply button on this advertisement. Applications should include a resume and covering letter. Attachments can be uploaded in .doc, .docx, .pdf, .txt or .rtf formats.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 hesitate to get in touch with the contact person listed on this ad.IMPORTANT INFORMATION:Child safe statement of commitmentThe 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.