Policy Officer
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.
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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)
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| Department: | Department of Families, Fairness and Housing |
| Work Type: | Ongoing - full time |
| Job Function: | Policy |
| Classification: | VPSG4 |
| Work Location: | Melbourne - CBD |
| Reference: | VG/715572 |
| Closing Date: | 04-Oct-2026 |
| Salary Range: | $100,894 - $114,476 |
| Job Duration: | N/A |
| Attachments: | 2026-9-17 715572 VPS4 Policy Officer Legal Policy.docx (Word, 132KB) Position Description |
| Contact: | Jared Walton-Bhim 0398219356 jared.walton-bhim@dffh.vic.gov.au |
Position Details
THE ROLE
Working in the Child Protection Policy and Legislation unit within the Children, Families and Safeguarding Division, this position will support a range of policy work and strategic legal policy advice on the statutory Child Protection system and reform to that system.
This will involve supporting the Child Protection Legal Policy Team with research activities, preparation of policy papers and briefs, and maintaining effective relationships across the department. You will contribute to policy advice regarding the Child Protection system and the legislation underpinning Child Protection in Victoria. This will include providing policy, strategic and legislative advice on the Child Protection system and potential reforms to the Children Youth and Families Act 2005.
The position will contribute to a unit with policy and project delivery responsibilities, requires high level written and verbal communication skills.
ACCOUNTABILITIES INCLUDE
- Provide advice, reasoned recommendations and innovative solutions to complex and sensitive issues based on comprehensive research.
- Undertake legal research.
- Contribute to the development of policy initiatives that meet government and departmental objectives
Please open the position description to read more.
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.
Job details
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| Department: | Department of Families, Fairness and Housing |
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| Job Reference: | VG/715572 |
| Location: | Melbourne - CBD |
| Work Type: | Ongoing - full time |
| Job Function: | Policy |
| Classification: | VPSG4 |
| Salary Range: | $100,894 - $114,476 |
| Job Duration: | N/A |
| Date posted: | 17-Sep-2026 |
| Application Close Date: | 04-Oct-2026 |
| Attachments: | 2026-9-17 715572 VPS4 Policy Officer Legal Policy.docx (Word, 132KB) Position Description |
| Contact: |
Jared Walton-Bhim
0398219356 jared.walton-bhim@dffh.vic.gov.au
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