THE ROLE The Aboriginal-led System Design team works to drive Aboriginal-led and self-determined design and delivery of policy, strategy and legislation for Aboriginal children, families and young people associated with Victoria's Child Protection, Care Services and Child and Family Services system. The Policy Officer role presents an exciting opportunity to support the implementation of the Statement of Recognition Act and Wungurilwil Gapgapduir: Aboriginal Children and Families Agreement. In this role you will contribute to the strategic policy development as well as provide project and governance support to meet project deadlines across the team. You will support the Manager and Senior Policy Officers with research activities, preparation of policy advice, papers, briefs and maintaining effective relationships with internal and external stakeholders. The ideal candidate will require strong policy, written and stakeholder engagement skills. This role will also be well suited to a dynamic team-player and highly organised individual with excellent verbal communication, project planning and problem-solving skills. Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander applicants are strongly encouraged to apply. ACCOUNTABILITIES INCLUDE Contribute to the full life cycle of policy projects that support critical self-determined and Aboriginal-led child protection and family services reform, including: Undertaking research, analysis and implementation of Aboriginal-led policy design and delivery. Developing policy initiatives that meet government and departmental objectives. Supporting project management and delivery within resourcing, timeline and budget parameters. Monitoring and evaluating projects to ensure departmental objectives are met. With guidance and direction, develop advice to internal and external stakeholders and prepare and present detailed reports, ministerial briefs, cabinet and agency submissions on complex matters. * Assists with building and maintaining positive relationships with key stakeholders to facilitate a partnership approach. Please open the position description to read more. This is a Prioritised role If you are a person with Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander person, you are encouraged to apply. The department will give you priority consideration, as per the Special Measures provision of the Equal Opportunity Act 2010. HOW TO APPLY 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.
