The Senior Policy Officer in the Housing Growth and Market Development Team presents a unique and rewarding opportunity to leverage land use policy and Government investment in priority housing growth locations to support delivery of more social and affordable housing. This role works across Homes Victoria and key state government agencies to embed policies for social and affordable housing growth through planning, delivery and market development strategies for priority housing growth locations including precincts, activity centres and growth areas.

As the Senior Policy Officer, you will be responsible for providing strategic advice and briefings to senior executives related to the housing market as well as policy and reform designed to grow social and affordable housing. The role is also responsible for contributing to Cabinet portfolio briefings across diverse subject areas.

The role will allow you to collaborate with internal and external stakeholders on priority housing development initiatives and use your land use, policy and housing market knowledge to identify and progress new social and affordable housing opportunities.

Are you:

• An experienced Government policy, processes and projects, able to provide clear concise advice at the highest levels on complex and politically sensitive issues?
• An experienced strategic thinker with expertise in land use, housing development and planning policy for urban renewal and growth areas, and adept at working across government and within a complex stakeholder environment?
• A thought leader who loves bold, big picture thinking and looking to contribute within an exceptionally high performing team that delivers high quality work, in a fast-paced environment.

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.