Policy Officer * Salary: $97,955 - $111,142 ( (Plus superannuation) * Ongoing position * Usual hours of work: Full time (flexibility may be available) * Usual work location: 121 Exhibition Street, Melbourne VIC 3000 (flexibility may be available) The Role The Policy Officer researches, develops, and evaluates policies and plays a role in shaping policy by analysing issues, formulating recommendations, and collaborating with stakeholders to ensure policies are effective and aligned with relevant goals. Their role may involve: * Gathering data, analysing existing policies, and identifying gaps or areas for improvement, and contributing to the implementation of policies and monitoring their effectiveness. * Drafting policy proposals, reports, and briefing papers, ensuring recommendations are evidence-based and aligned with strategic objectives. * Collaborating with stakeholders to seek input and feedback on policy proposals. This role will be focussed on supporting the development of strategic policy advice and innovative initiatives that support inclusive, accessible, and high-quality learning opportunities for adult learners - particularly those facing barriers to education and employment. Main accountabilities: * Advice and analysis contributes to policy formulation * Contributes to strategic policy development within a specific field of expertise * Drafts reports and recommendations by interpreting and analysing data * Develops guidelines within the work area * Conveys specialist concepts and policies to clients, staff and stakeholders * Prepares reports, briefs and correspondence on complex issues that impact at program or organisational level The Team This position a Policy Officer forms part of the ACFE, Pathways and Workforce branch, which is sit within Skills and TAFE (S&T) group. Skills and TAFE (S&T) focuses on enabling Victorians to access the knowledge, skills and attributes they need to participate in today's workforce, prepare for future jobs, and achieve their educational aspirations. Working in close partnership with the Victorian Skills Authority (VSA), S&T provides leadership and stewardship of a responsive, high-quality vocational education and training (VET) system. This includes oversight of the Victorian TAFE Network, led by the Office of TAFE Coordination and Delivery (OTCD), and the apprenticeships system, with a strong focus on aligning training with industry needs and strengthening pathways into the workforce. The ACFE, Pathways and Workforce (APW) branch brings together practical linkages between pre-accredited learning and pathways to further training and workforce. APW works as part of the skills eco-system, working closely with the branches in S&T and the Victorian Skills Authority, DJSIR, and across State and Commonwealth Governments. About You To be successful in this role, you will have the following main skills and experience: * Policy Design and Development: Interprets and applies policies relevant to own work; Drafts policies and business cases using research skills and in consultation with relevant stakeholders. * Policy Design and Development: Determines relevant data and evidence gathering approach; Conducts critical analysis on data and evidence collected. * Project Delivery: Defines tasks to be delivered to meet agreed outcomes; Coordinates and guides others in the execution of work activities; Monitors progress of tasks against plans and takes corrective action when required. * Communicate with Impact: Prepares and delivers logical and succinct presentations; Uses clear and concise language; Uses media appropriate to the audience and presents information to develop the understanding of the topic. * Political and Organisational Context: Understands issues and pressures to which the organisation has to respond; Understands the reasons behind the organisational climate and culture. * Systems Thinking: Assesses situations and identifies the best systems tools for analysing, understanding the system and addressing problems; Can apply system archetypes to identify common dynamics that appear in different situations. Further Information For a confidential discussion, please contact Tanya Hughes, Acting Manager, Policy via email tanya.hughes@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. To be eligible for this position you must hold the mandatory qualification as outlined in the position description. For further information on the position, please refer to the attached position description. For Finance Roles: The Department of Jobs, Skills, Industry, and Regions is an accredited CPA Australia Recognised Employer Partner. Please note: We are committed to inclusive recruitment. If you require an adjustment to participate in any stage of the recruitment process or have a particular requirement to be communicated with by either telephone or email only, please notify the DJSIR Talent Acquisition Team on 0472 875 685, or via email at recruitment@ecodev.vic.gov.au with the position number in the subject line. How to Apply Please click the ‘Apply Now' button. As part of the application process, applicants will need to submit a resume and a cover letter addressing the Key Selection Criteria outlined in the position description. Applications close at 23:59pm on Tuesday, 14 April 2026.