Policy Advisor

vor 1 Monat

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Organisation: Victorian School Building AuthorityOccupation: Asset Management and PlanningReference: VG/DE/VSBA/1833389.About the DepartmentThe role of the Department of Education is to support Victorians to build prosperous, socially engaged, happy and healthy lives. It does this by supporting lifelong learning and healthy development, strengthening families and helping to equip people with the skills and knowledge for a 21st century economy and society.About the DivisionThe Strategy and Planning Division is responsible for the VSBA's operating framework, investment strategy, policy setting, asset information management, budget strategy and coordination, along with the delivery of specific school strategies, costings, and resource allocation for growth, maintenance, and projects through school application-based programs. The Division also plans and coordinates the delivery of new early childhood facilities and support for the wider early childhood sector to build, improve and upgrade infrastructure through various grants programs.About the RoleThis is a fixed-term full-time role until 30th June 2026.Working as an integral member of the Capacity Stream, Early Childhood Grants Team, the position will work closely and collaboratively as part of a team responsible for the implementation of the infrastructure component of the Three-Year-Old Kindergarten implementation reform and the Best Start, Best Life reform program.The Policy Advisor/Officer supports the effective administration of VSBA's Building Blocks Grants Program, working across its entire life cycle (from inception, launch, and assessment through to making payments, responding to enquiries, and assisting with monitoring the delivery of projects that have been awarded grants). In consultation with Senior Project Officers, and with reference to VSBA framework of grants-related policies and procedures, the Policy Officer is responsible for supporting the effective operation and ongoing development of VSBA's Building Blocks Grants Programs by:Advising key stakeholders on the processes and requirements that underpin the allocation and administration of the Building Blocks Improvement Grants stream.Providing information and guidance to stakeholders which assists them in understanding the reporting obligations associated with funding allocation(s).Contributing to the preparation of accurate and informative briefing papers and media releases relating to the operation of the Building Blocks Improvement Grants stream.Maintaining data/information management systems (VSBA currently uses SmartyGrants, iTwocx, and Aconex) to ensure the accuracy and currency of information.All VSBA staff have a shared responsibility to meet the same service standards outlined in the VSBA Customer Service Charter. Our goal is to make every interaction with the VSBA a positive one for our customers, colleagues and key partners regardless of our individual role or team.AttributesKey components of this role include stakeholder engagement and relationship management, program and project planning, policy development and implementation, and reporting. An ability to develop and deliver key systems and processes will be key. In addition, the candidate will have excellent stakeholder engagement skills which will be required to build and maintain strong relationships both within the Department and with external stakeholders (council and not-for-profit kindergarten providers) and partners. Candidates will have proven policy development and implementation experience, preferably relating to supporting delivery of complex projects and programs. Candidates will also be able to demonstrate their ability to lead teams and work confidently and constructively with key internal/external stakeholders to ensure the successful delivery of the government's Kindergarten Reform agenda.Desirable Qualifications and ExperienceDesirable: Bachelor's degree in any disciplineFurther InformationFor more details regarding this position please see the attached position description for the capabilities to address in application.The department values diversity and inclusion in all forms - gender, religion, ethnicity, LGBTIQ+, disability and neurodiversity. Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander candidates are strongly encouraged to apply. For more information about our work, working for the Department, diversity and inclusion, and our employment conditions visit the Department website and our Diversity and Inclusion page.Applicants requiring adjustments can contact the nominated contact person.Information about the Department of Education's operations and employment conditions can be located at www.education.vic.gov.au.Preferred applicants may be required to complete a police check and may be subject to other pre-employment checks. Information provided to the Department of Education will be treated in the strictest confidence.Please let us know via phone or email if you require any adjustments to ensure your full participation in the recruitment process or if you need the ad or any attachments in an accessible format (e.g. large print) due to any viewing difficulties or other accessibility requirements.Applications close 11:59pm on Wednesday 11th December 2024.Job type:Full time / 30/06/2026Job classification:VPSG4Contact:Deb Snowdon | ******
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