Strategic Policy & Project Lead — Early Childhood Reform

Department of Education Victoria; Melbourne; On-site; AUD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Department of Education Victoria in Melbourne seeks a seasoned project manager and policy adviser to contribute to high impact reforms. You will support the Early Childhood Strategy Division with policy development, stakeholder engagement and project coordination to enhance child safety across the sector.

The role demands strong communication, analytical thinking and adaptability to shifting priorities. This fixed term, full-time position runs until 30 June 2027 and is based in Melbourne,

Qualifications

• Experience in project management and/or policy development.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Excellent conceptual and analytical thinking with ability to adapt to changing priorities.

Responsibilities

• Provide project management and policy advice contributing to national legislative reforms for child safety in early childhood education and care.
• Work collaboratively within a small division to support policy development and reform projects.
• Prepare briefs and position papers and liaise with stakeholders as required.

Skills

Project management

Policy development

Written communication

Verbal communication

Analytical thinking

Organisational skills

Job description

Department of Education Victoria in Melbourne seeks a seasoned project manager and policy adviser to contribute to high impact reforms. You will support the Early Childhood Strategy Division with policy development, stakeholder engagement and project coordination to enhance child safety across the sector.

The role demands strong communication, analytical thinking and adaptability to shifting priorities. This fixed term, full-time position runs until 30 June 2027 and is based in Melbourne,