Senior Policy Officer

Careers; Victoria; On-site; AUD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

The Senior Policy Officer provides legal policy, legislative reform and strategy advice in relation to Victoria's disability legislative settings and related policy matters, coordinating research, development, implementation, review and reform across the disability portfolio.

The role supports engagement with internal and external stakeholders, including other Victorian Government departments, agencies and statutory bodies, and contributes to policy development to progress department priorities.

Qualifications

• Policy analysis and advisory capabilities.
• Ability to engage with a range of stakeholders and prepare policy materials.
• Experience with research and evidence-based advice.

Responsibilities

• Contribute to development, review and implementation of policy and legislative projects.
• Provide authoritative policy guidance on disability policy and regulatory issues.
• Prepare briefing materials and parliamentary submissions for executives and ministers.

Skills

Policy analysis

Stakeholder engagement

Legislative reform

Research methods

Job description

THE ROLEThe Senior Policy Officer provides legal policy, legislative reform and strategy advice in relation to Victoria's disability legislative settings and related policy matters. This includes co-ordination, consultation, research, development, implementation, review and reform of policy and legislation across the disability legislative portfolio. Working as part of a team, the role supports work in respect of death reviews policy, responses to Coronial inquiries, annual complaints reporting, and provides policy support to the Victorians ineligible for the NDIS program. The role supports engagement with a range of internal and external stakeholders, including other Victorian Government departments, agencies and statutory bodies. By applying sound knowledge of relevant statutory and policy frameworks, the role supports program and policy development to progress department and government priorities related to disability and the NDIS.ACCOUNTABILITIES INCLUDEContribute to the development, review and implementation of discrete policy and legislative projects, exercising sound judgement and attention to detail, establishing priorities, managing risks and dependencies, coordinating input and delivering outcomes within agreed timeframes.Undertake research and analysis and provide authoritative, evidence-based advice on disability policy, legislative and regulatory issues, implications and practical options for government consideration.Prepare high-quality advice and materials for a range of audiences, including executives, Ministers and other decision-makers and the public, including briefs, Cabinet submissions, parliamentary materials, correspondence, submissions and reports.Please open the position description to read more.HOW TO APPLYApplicants are encouraged to apply online. Attachments can be uploaded in .doc, .docx, .pdf, .txt or .rtf formats.Applicants are required to submit a CV and Cover Letter (max 2 pages) outlining their suitability to the role in line with the Key Selection Criteria.Applicants must be an Australian Citizen, Permanent Resident or hold a valid work permit or visa. Work eligibility will be checked as part of the recruitment process.Preferred candidates will be required to complete pre-employment screening, including a national police check and misconduct screening.For more information on working with us and our recruitment process, please visit Department of Families, Fairness and Housing Victoria | Jobs (www.dffh.vic.gov.au/jobs)Please apply to submit your interest in this position.