State Government Of Victoria, Australia | Senior Policy Officer
Vor 3 Tagen
Organisation: Department of Transport and Planning
Occupation: Planning
Reference: 6301
About the Role
This is a Fixed Term Position until 30 June 2026.
The Senior Policy Officer will work as part of a high performing team to deliver key government priorities to reform the building system and deliver safe and quality buildings for Victorians.
Working in a dynamic environment, they will lead policy projects designed to improve building outcomes for the industry, practitioners and consumers, with a focus on policy reforms to enhance resilience and protect communities and the built environment.
This includes developing and recommending policy options, preparing advice on required legislative changes, assisting with drafting and making legislation, preparing briefings and correspondence for Ministers and executives, and influencing and negotiating across a wide range of government, industry, and consumer stakeholders to gain agreement to proposals to achieve effective building policy and regulatory outcomes.
Proactively lead, manage or contribute as part of a team to develop, review and evaluate complex and innovative policy options, including projects that deliver the government's priorities, including relating to emergency recovery and community resilience.
Provide authoritative, timely, accurate and evidence-based advice for Ministers and the Department's executive management on complex issues and suggest solutions that are factual, accurate and suitable for the intended audience.
Undertake research and prepare timely and high-quality submissions, reports and briefs, regulations and discussion papers with supporting documentation on complex and sensitive matters, demonstrating a detailed understanding of the policy, political and legal context.
Initiate, maintain and manage effective working relationships with key internal and external stakeholders to gain cooperation and influence views on complex, contentious and sensitive matters within established parameters in order to support government and business unit priorities.
Key Selection Criteria
Policy Design and Development – Accomplished Level
Formulates & communicates public policy options & recommendations.
Develops a clear narrative for the policies and business cases including clear problem definition and objectives.
Critical Thinking and Problem Solving - Accomplished Level
Considers wider business context within business unit when considering options to resolve issues.
Identifies recurring problems and prevents future recurrence by integrating solutions into work process.
Influence and Persuasion - Applied Level
Consistently adapts the content, style, message or tone of a presentation to suit the audience and plans how to tackle objections.
Applies own ideas by linking them to others' values, needs & goals.
Communicate with Impact - Accomplished Level
Makes a positive impression on others & comes across with credibility.
Communicates orally in a manner that is clear fluent and holds the listeners' attention.
Qualifications and Experience
A tertiary qualification in law, public policy, building and/or community resilience, economics, or a related discipline.
Experience in the development and amendment of legislation and/or regulations in a State or Commonwealth public service setting is highly desirable.
What we offer
Meaningful work making Victorian communities more accessible and liveable.
Professional growth and development opportunities across the department and the wider Victorian Public Services.
A hybrid working model focused on collaboration and teamwork.
Optimal work-life balance initiatives including flexible working arrangements.
Opportunity to work across multiple urban and suburban hubs.
We prioritise the development of a safe and inclusive culture.
Culture Value
We are an equal opportunity employer, embracing a diverse range of applicants such as veterans, and people who identify as Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander, LGBTQIA community members, individuals with disabilities and/or health conditions, as well as those from varied faith and cultural backgrounds.
At our department, we prioritize the development of a safe, inclusive, and high-performance culture through shared actions and behaviours that align with our strategy and direction.
This empowers our employees to effectively contribute to our goals.
How to Apply
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Applications close 11.59pm on Tuesday, 24 December 2024.
Please include a resume and cover letter.
All applications must be submitted through the online portal.
We're unable to consider email or manual applications at this time.
For further information about the role please contact Joana F Correia Manager, Modern Building Strategy via email
Preferred applicants may be required to complete a police check and may be subject to other pre-employment checks.
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