Senior Policy and Project Officer
Senior Policy and Project 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: | VPSG5 |
| Work Location: | Melbourne - CBD |
| Reference: | VG/DFFH/FSV/781775 |
| Closing Date: | 09-Sep-2026 |
| Salary Range: | $116,413 - $140,849 |
| Job Duration: | N/A |
| Attachments: | 2026-08-26 PD 781775 VPS5 Senior Policy and Project Officer.docx (Word, 130KB) Job Specification |
| Contact: | David Floyd 95952782 david.floyd@familysafety.vic.gov.au |
Position Details
THE ROLE
The Senior Policy and Project Officer, Workforce will support the delivery of the Family Violence Industry Plan (FV Industry Plan) and workforce related actions under Until every Victorian is safe: Third rolling action plan to end family and sexual violence 2025-2027. Working alongside the Principal Policy and Project Officer, Workforce, the position is tasked with providing advice on the future direction of the work program and supporting key deliverables and outcomes.
The Workforce team will work across the Family Safety Victoria division to provide comprehensive visibility and oversight of workforce related policy and program initiatives, which span work from prevention through to response and recovery. The team will also work closely with program areas across the department, government agencies, peak bodies, the community services sector and other stakeholder groups.
ACCOUNTABILITIES INCLUDE
- Contribute to policy implementation and reporting on the delivery of the Family Violence Industry Plan and workforce related actions under Until every Victorian is safe: Third rolling action plan to end family and sexual violence 2025-2027. This includes providing advice on the future direction of the work program and supporting key deliverables and outcomes.
- Work across the Family Safety Victoria division to provide comprehensive visibility and oversight of workforce related policy and program initiatives.
- Provide authoritative advice and sound policy recommendations to internal and external stakeholders and prepare and present detailed reports, ministerial briefs, cabinet and agency submissions on complex matters.
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/DFFH/FSV/781775 |
| Location: | Melbourne - CBD |
| Work Type: | Ongoing - full time |
| Job Function: | Policy |
| Classification: | VPSG5 |
| Salary Range: | $116,413 - $140,849 |
| Job Duration: | N/A |
| Date posted: | 26-Aug-2026 |
| Application Close Date: | 09-Sep-2026 |
| Attachments: | 2026-08-26 PD 781775 VPS5 Senior Policy and Project Officer.docx (Word, 130KB) Job Specification |
| Contact: |
David Floyd
95952782 david.floyd@familysafety.vic.gov.au
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