Strategic Policy and Research Officer

Independent Broad-based Anti-Corruption Commission; Melbourne; On-site; AUD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Independent Broad-based Anti-Corruption Commission in Victoria is seeking a Strategic Policy & Research Officer to join the Prevention Policy & Research team on a full-time ongoing basis. You will develop strategic policy advice and write reports addressing contemporary corruption and police misconduct issues in Victoria.

The role reports to the Manager - Prevention Policy & Research and will deliver analysis, prepare briefings, and work with stakeholders to strengthen prevention in the public

Qualifications

• Policy skills – strong research, conceptual and analytical skills for complex policy issues.
• High-level written and verbal skills in policy and report writing, analysis and briefing.
• Experience in public sector environments and a tertiary qualification desirable.

Responsibilities

• Develop authoritative briefings, correspondence and advice on policy issues to strengthen corruption prevention.
• Prepare high-quality reports and deliver written and verbal briefings to decision-makers.
• Provide analysis and advice to senior management on policy implications and recommendations.
• Establish collaborative relationships with internal and external stakeholders.

Skills

Policy skills

Report writing

Public sector experience

Education

Tertiary qualification

Job description

IBAC's work is vitally important to Victorians - we prevent and expose public sector corruption and police misconduct. Our vision is a public sector and police that acts with integrity for all Victorians. People who work for IBAC are expected to have a sound understanding of and ability to demonstrate the IBAC values when dealing with Government agencies, the community and colleagues. IBAC's values are incorporated in professional skills and behaviours for the position. We Lead by example, Act Impartially, Work Together, Behave with Respect, Strive for Excellence.

Your new role

We have an opportunity for an individual to join our Prevention Policy & Research team as Strategic Policy & Research Officer on a full-time ongoing basis. Reporting to the Manager - Prevention Policy & Research, the role will develop strategic policy advice and write reports in response to contemporary and emerging corruption and police misconduct issues and risks within Victoria.

Duties

• Develop authoritative briefings, correspondence and advice on complex policy issues to strengthen corruption prevention in the Victorian public sector.
• Prepare high-quality reports (including public reports) and deliver high-quality written and verbal briefings to operational, strategic and executive decision-makers.
• Provide analysis and advice to senior management on the policy and strategic implications of initiatives and proposals, including developing recommendations.
• Establish and maintain effective and productive collaborative working relationships with internal and external stakeholders.

Additional duties are set out in the position description. To view this, please visit the IBAC Careers webpage and click on the appropriate vacancy.

Our requirements / Your skill set

• Policy skills – strong research, conceptual and analytical skills demonstrated in the development, analysis and resolution of complex policy issues.
• Demonstrated high level written and verbal skills in policy and report writing, analysis and briefing.
• Experience in public sector operating environments and a tertiary qualification are desirable.

Due to the requirement to attain a Negative Vetting 1 security clearance candidates must be an Australian citizen at the time of application. First Nations peoples are strongly encouraged to apply for this role.

Applications close 6 November 2026.

Culture

We are committed to bringing together people with differing perspectives, lived experiences and skills to make choices that reflect our integrity and community, and to creating an inclusive work environment for all. Visit: www.ibac.vic.gov.au for more information.