Policy Officer

Salary: $100,894 - $114,476 plus superannuation

Tenure: Ongoing

Usual hours of work: Full time (flexibility may be available)

Usual work location: Melbourne (flexibility may be available)

The Role

We are looking for a motivated and collaborative Policy Officer with strong research and analytical skills, sound judgement, and experience supporting policy development. The role supports the day-to-day operation of the Local Jobs First Policy and the development of high-level policy advice to senior management, the Executive, the Minister and a range of industry stakeholders. You will contribute to policy development, implementation and evaluation of Local Jobs First and help ensure the scheme's objectives are met, with a strong focus on supporting the effective implementation of significant reforms to the Local Jobs First Act 2003. The ideal candidate will be a clear communicator, adaptable and eager to learn.

Main Accountabilities:

• Provide advice and analysis that contributes to policy formulation.
• Contribute to strategic policy development within a specific field of expertise.
• Research and develop recommendations in a specific field of expertise.
• Apply sound theoretical and practical expertise in developing policy options.
• Prepare reports, briefs and correspondence on complex issues that impact at program or organisational level.

The Team

The position of Policy Officer forms part of the Industry Development, Construction, Manufacturing and Talent Branch within the Industry, Trade and Investment Group.

The Industry, Trade and Investment Group works closely with businesses locally and globally to grow Victorian jobs, drive innovation and increase Victoria's international competitiveness. The Group develops Victoria's priority sectors, boosts trade activities, enhances productivity and contributes to economic growth.

The Industry Development, Construction, Manufacturing and Talent Branch is responsible for shaping and ensuring the delivery of the Victorian Government's industry development agenda. The Branch develops policies and delivers programs that drive sustainable economic growth and workforce inclusion, including creating opportunities for local SMEs and employees to participate in government projects and supporting strategic industry sectors, productivity and workforce outcomes.

About You

You will have experience interpreting and applying policies relevant to your work and drafting policies and business cases using research and consultation with relevant stakeholders. You will be able to determine appropriate data and evidence-gathering approaches and conduct critical analysis of the evidence collected. You will also have the ability to define tasks, coordinate and guide others, monitor progress against plans and take corrective action when required.

Further Information

For a confidential discussion, please contact Leslie Sorensen, Manager Local Jobs First Policy, on leslie.sorensen@ecodev.vic.gov.au.

The Department is committed to creating and maintaining a child safe organisation. We have zero tolerance of child abuse and are committed to taking the necessary steps to protect children from harm by adopting a preventative, proactive and participatory approach to child safety in accordance with the Child Safe Standards.

Successful candidates will be required to undergo a National Police Records Check prior to commencing employment with the Department.

For further information on the position, please refer to the attached position description.

Please note: We are committed to inclusive recruitment. If you require an adjustment to participate in any stage of the recruitment process or have a particular requirement to be communicated with by either telephone or email only, please notify the DJSIR Talent Acquisition Team on 0472 875 685, or via email at recruitment@ecodev.vic.gov.au with the position number in the subject line.

How to Apply

Please click the ‘Apply Now' button. As part of the application process, you will need to provide a copy of your resume and a cover letter addressing the key selection criteria outlined in the position description.

Applications close at 23:59pm on 10 September 2026.