Youth Justice Policy & Data Analyst – Melbourne

Victorian Government; Melbourne; On-site; AUD 101,000 - 114,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Job stability

Great salary conditions

Transparent performance framework

Generous leave entitlements

Employee Assistance Program

Job summary

Department of Justice and Community Safety (Youth Justice) in Melbourne seeks an analytical professional to support policy advice and budget decisions. You will analyse financial and performance data to inform executive decisions, prepare reports and costings for reforms, and communicate findings to ministers and senior leaders.

The role emphasizes evidence-based policy development, stakeholder engagement, and timely delivery within a fixed-term, full-time VPS4 framework in Victoria.

Qualifications

• Degree in public policy, criminology or data analytics.
• Experience with budget processes or financial planning.
• Ability to present analytical findings to executives and stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Analyze financial and data information to support Youth Justice executives and Ministers.
• Support budget bids and policy decision making with clear recommendations.
• Prepare documentation and reports for senior executives and government bodies; develop briefings and presentations.
• Maintain positive stakeholder relationships and communicate complex results effectively.

Skills

Youth Justice policy

Data & finances

Budget processes

Policy communication

Education

Public policy/criminology degree

Job description

Department of Justice and Community Safety (Youth Justice) in Melbourne seeks an analytical professional to support policy advice and budget decisions. You will analyse financial and performance data to inform executive decisions, prepare reports and costings for reforms, and communicate findings to ministers and senior leaders.

The role emphasizes evidence-based policy development, stakeholder engagement, and timely delivery within a fixed-term, full-time VPS4 framework in Victoria.