Manager, Tourism Policy and Research

Department of Jobs, Skills, Industry and Regions VIC – Melbourne VIC Ongoing position Usual hours of work: Full time (flexibility may be available) Usual work location: 121 Exhibition Street, Melbourne (flexibility may be available) The Role The Manager, Tourism Policy and Research leads a high‑performing team in the Tourism, Events and Entities branch. The role is responsible for delivering policy advice and working collaboratively with Visit Victoria to deliver research insights that support the strategic development and sustainability of Victoria's visitor economy. This is a challenging and dynamic role, where you utilise persuasive writing and presentation skills, policy and strategic planning skills and excellent leadership skills to oversee the development of evidence‑based visitor‑economy related policy and program advice. The role works closely with government partners, industry stakeholders, and research organisations including Tourism Research Australia and Visit Victoria on the ongoing implementation of Victoria's tourism research program and leads and contributes to tourism strategy and policy development and stakeholder engagement. Key Accountabilities Strategically lead and manage a team to identify new and emerging strategic issues affecting the Victorian economy and contribute to strategic planning and decision‑making processes. Collaborate with key partners to develop and disseminate key tourism research and insights at state‑wide and regional levels and manage a range of ongoing and individual research projects on issues affecting the Victorian visitor economy. Effectively manage resourcing and staff to provide timely and quality policy advice and insights on visitor‑economy issues and respond to government priorities relating to the visitor economy. The Team The position of Manager, Tourism Policy and Research will work within the Tourism, Events and Entities branch, which sits within the Sport and Experience Economy group. Qualifications and Experience Strong public policy expertise : Demonstrated familiarity with contemporary policy challenges across the Department's portfolio areas, as well as proven experience contributing to policy development and/or implementation in a State or Commonwealth public service setting. Analytical ability and conceptual thinking : Strong quantitative, qualitative and economic data interpretation skills, including experience in research design, statistical methods and analysis and reporting. Strategic implementation : Expertise in strategic and complex planning, considers the ramifications of issues and the long‑term impact of work being done in the organisation's current and future role and thinks at the big‑picture level. Further Information and Application For a confidential discussion, please contact Penelope Guadagnuolo, Director, Tourism Policy and Programs via email ***************@ecodev.vic.gov.au. The department is committed to creating and maintaining a child‑safe organisation. We have zero tolerance of child abuse and are committed to taking the necessary steps to protect children from harm by adopting a preventative, proactive and participatory approach to child safety in accordance with the Child Safe Standards. Successful candidates will be required to undergo a National Police Records Check prior to commencing employment with the Department. Applications close at 23:59pm on Wednesday, 21 December 2025. How to Apply Please click the ‘Apply Now' button. As part of the application process, you will need to provide a copy of your Resume and your Cover Letter addressing the Key Selection Criteria as outlined in the position description. #J-18808-Ljbffr