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/00593887 |
| Closing Date: | 31-May-2026 |
| Salary Range: | $100,894 - $114,476 |
| Job Duration: | Ongoing full time |
| Attachments: | 2026-05-19 00593887 VPS4 Policy Officer_Position Description .pdf (PDF, 309KB) Position Description 2026-05-19 00593887 VPS4 Policy Officer_Position Description .docx (Word, 135KB) Position Description |
| Contact: | Giselle Diego 0395006859 giselle.diego@dffh.vic.gov.au |
Position Details
THE ROLE
The Policy Officer is responsible for supporting strategic projects relating to the work of the Specialist Disability Accommodation (SDA) portfolio managed by Disability Homes Victoria. The Policy Officer will work within a team to support projects that seek to ensure that the Department's SDA offering best meets the needs and preferences of eligible NDIS participants. The role includes supporting business planning and governance functions through secretariate functions.
ACCOUNTABILITIES INCLUDE
- Contribute to the development and provision of advice, reasoned recommendations and innovative solutions to complex and sensitive issues as a critical input to support Disability Homes Victoria policy priorities.
- Undertake research and contribute to strategies and engagement plans to support the growth and renewal of government-owned SDA and support their implementation including through engagement with key stakeholders and support for senior executives.
- Assist the monitoring and reporting on high priority issues, risks and trends and assist to prepare and present comprehensive reports, ministerial briefs, cabinet and agency submissions on complex issues.
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/00593887 |
| Location: | Melbourne - CBD |
| Work Type: | Ongoing - full time |
| Job Function: | Policy |
| Classification: | VPSG4 |
| Salary Range: | $100,894 - $114,476 |
| Job Duration: | Ongoing full time |
| Date posted: | 25-May-2026 |
| Application Close Date: | 31-May-2026 |
| Attachments: | 2026-05-19 00593887 VPS4 Policy Officer_Position Description .pdf (PDF, 309KB) Position Description 2026-05-19 00593887 VPS4 Policy Officer_Position Description .docx (Word, 135KB) Position Description |
| Contact: |
Giselle Diego
0395006859 giselle.diego@dffh.vic.gov.au
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