THE ROLE

An exciting opportunity exists for a committed and passionate individual to join the Office for Youth as a VPS4 Policy and Project Officer. The Youth Policy Team is a dynamic, high performing team deeply committed to elevating the voices of young people on issues of importance to them and their futures.

You will play a key role in the delivery of the Victorian Youth Congress (VYC), a group of young people aged 12-25 who provide advice to the Minister for Youth and the broader Victorian Government. You will be responsible for planning and coordinating the VYC and supporting its members, alongside driving any associated activities, projects, communications and relevant engagement with other key stakeholders. 

You will also work across other areas under the Youth portfolio to develop and deliver high quality advice to the Minister for Youth and senior executives on a wide range of matters to improve outcomes for young people in Victoria.

We are seeking a highly organised and supportive team player. Experience preparing, planning and supporting advisory or governance groups is considered an advantage. The ideal candidate has experience working with young people and can build relationships across communities, government, youth and other community sectors.

ACCOUNTABILITIES INCLUDE

• Conduct relevant Youth Advisory Congress processes including Secretariat support. Collaborate with VYC members to deliver advice to the Victorian Government, Minister for Youth and DFFH.
• Initiate and maintain strong working relationships with stakeholders from other branches within DFFH, other Government departments and non-Government organisations to support program implementation and policy development.
• Initiate and lead additional projects or discrete pieces of work within the Office for Youth to improve outcomes for young people in Victoria

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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.