Job title: Senior Policy Officer
Company: State Government of Victoria
Job description: The Department of Families, Fairness and Housing (DFFH) works hard to create equal opportunities for all Victorians to live a safe, respected and valued life.Our areas of focus are child protection, housing, disability, the prevention of family violence, multicultural affairs, LGBTIQA+ equality, veterans, women and youth. The work we do benefits thousands of Victorians, particularly those who are disadvantaged and vulnerable.We work in a variety of community-based settings, including people’s homes, residential facilities and secure settings across metropolitan, rural and regional Victoria.We are committed to developing and supporting a workforce that is well equipped and highly motivated. All jobs can be worked flexibly, and we encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people and people from diverse backgrounds and abilities. .If you’re having any trouble viewing this ad and would like it or any attachments in an accessible format (such as large print), please don’t hesitate to get in touch with the contact person listed on the ad.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)Job DetailsDepartment: Department of Families, Fairness and Housing Work Type: Fixed term – full time Job Function: Policy Classification: VPSG5 Work Location: Melbourne – CBD Reference: VG/DFFH/CFD/715569A Closing Date: 20-Oct-2024 Salary Range: $109,730 – $132,764 Job Duration: Fixed term until: 31-AUG-2025 Attachments: (Word, 135KB)Contact: Maryanne Ewing
Ph: 0433 552 513 Email: [email protected]Position DetailsTHE ROLEReporting to the Manager, Strategic Investment, the Senior Policy Officer contributes to whole-of system thinking and the delivery of important initiatives related to forecasting demand for children and families services. The Senior Policy Officer supports coordination of strategic investment in the sector to reduce demand and improve outcomes for vulnerable children and families.The Senior Policy Officer undertakes data analysis and modelling and contributes to a range of initiatives critical to delivering strategic reform, budget strategy and social investment directions across the children and families portfolio.ACCOUNTABILITIES INCLUDE
- Provide authoritative advice, reasoned recommendations and innovative solutions to complex and sensitive issues based on comprehensive research.
- Develop policy initiatives that meet government and departmental objectives within resourcing, timeline and budget parameters.
- Undertake data analysis and modelling to support strategic reform, budget strategy and social investment directions.
Please open the position description to read more.COVID-19 VACCINATION
The department strongly recommends (but does not mandate) that employees maintain their COVID-19 vaccination status in accordance with current , given their individual circumstances. As of June 2023, DFFH does not require evidence of COVID-19 vaccination status.HOW TO APPLYAll VPS employees (and ex-VPS employees with extended access to the Jobs and Skills Exchange website) MUST apply via the (JSE)
https://jse.vic.gov.au/user/login?destination=/new-home-page
portal.Applicants 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.Job details Department: Department of Families, Fairness and Housing
Job Reference: VG/DFFH/CFD/715569A
Location: Melbourne – CBD
Work Type: Fixed term – full time
Job Function: Policy
Classification: VPSG5
Salary Range: $109,730 – $132,764
Job Duration: Fixed term until: 31-AUG-2025
Date posted: 04-Oct-2024
Application Close Date: 20-Oct-2024
Attachments: (Word, 135KB)Contact:Maryanne EwingPh: 0433 552 513 Email: [email protected]
Expected salary: $109730 – 132764 per year
Location: Melbourne, VIC
Job date: Sat, 05 Oct 2024 05:38:44 GMT
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