Senior Policy Officer x 2

• Salary: $113,022 – $136,747 plus superannuation
• Ongoing
• Usual hours of work: Full time (flexibility may be available)
• Usual work location: 121 Exhibition Street, Melbourne (flexibility may be available)

The Role

The Senior Policy Officer plays a key role in developing, implementing and managing policies that contribute to the department's objectives. This role is responsible for researching and analysing complex policy issues, providing strategic and evidence-based advice, and supporting policy implementation and evaluation. With a strong focus on stakeholder engagement and strategic planning, the role contributes to system-wide reforms, particularly in education, skills and economic development. The position is focused on developing innovative policy advice and initiatives that support inclusive, accessible and high-quality learning opportunities for adult learners, especially those facing barriers to education and employment.

Main accountabilities

• Formulate policy options and provide high-quality advice on complex issues.
• Apply complex concepts to policy development, research and analysis.
• Develop briefs on highly complex issues, providing options for discussion and decision-making.
• Manage work of strategic importance, including responsibilities that may involve budget, staff or significant policy impact.
• Undertake complex, independent specialist analysis to inform policy development and improvement.

The Team

The position of Senior Policy Officer forms part of the Adult, Community and Further Education, Pathways and Workforce Branch within the Skills and TAFE Group.

The Branch works across the skills ecosystem to improve pathways for adult learners into further education and employment. It leads strategy, investment and performance monitoring for pre-accredited training in Victoria and provides expert advice across the Skills and TAFE portfolio, collaborating closely with government, industry and education partners.

About You

You have demonstrated experience in policy design and development, with the ability to formulate and communicate clear, evidence-based policy options and recommendations. You can define problems, develop strong policy narratives and contribute to business cases that support informed decision-making. You bring sound project delivery skills, including establishing governance arrangements, managing risks and monitoring progress to achieve successful outcomes in complex policy environments.

Further Information

For a confidential discussion, please contact Georgina Lyell, Manager, Policy (Policy and Innovation team) at georgina.lyell@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. To be eligible for this position you must hold the mandatory qualification as outlined in the position description. 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 11 January 2026.