Senior Policy Officer - Inclusion and Intersectionality

About this role

At the Department of Justice and Community Safety, we’re looking for people who want to make a difference. People who take pride in their work. People who get things done. People who are committed to making Victoria a safer place. We embrace diversity and strive to have a workforce that reflects the community we serve. We’re all about recruiting the best people, regardless of gender, age, disability, religion, sexual orientation, or cultural background. If you think you can do the job and would be a good fit for our department, we’d love to hear from you. The department is committed to the safety and wellbeing of children and recognises that children’s rights need to be respected, their views welcomed and valued, and their concerns taken seriously and acted upon. If you require adjustments to the recruitment and selection process, or require an alternative format to any of the application material, please don't hesitate to get in touch with the contact person listed on this ad. For more information on working with us and our recruitment process, please visit justice.vic.gov.au/careers We’re proud of the important work we do across Victoria. Want to be part of it? • Help shape an inclusive workplace and justice system for Victoria. • Join a high-performing team leading the department's inclusion and intersectionality work. • Lead policy, strategy and projects that support lasting change across the Victorian Public Service. • Use your policy skills to improve outcomes for diverse communities across Victoria. • Ongoing, full-time role earning $116,413 - $140,849 per year, plus super. About us The Inclusion and Intersectionality team is a part of the Transformation, Development and Inclusion team (TPI) within the wider People Safety and Culture team. TPI is responsible for management of the department's workforce transformation, planning, and inclusion and intersectionality programs and projects. The team leads work that helps create a more inclusive department by developing policy, strategy and action plans that support disability, multicultural and multifaith communities, LGBTIQA+ communities and gender equality. It also coordinates the department's work on key Victorian Government diversity and inclusion commitments. What you will do As senior policy officer, you will help deliver the department's inclusion and intersectionality priorities through policy, strategy and project work. You will work closely with teams across the department and the Victorian Public Service to support inclusion and improve outcomes for diverse communities. You will: • lead strategic policy projects from research through to delivery and evaluation • prepare high-quality briefings, reports and advice to support informed decisions • support important inclusion initiatives across gender equality, disability, multicultural and multifaith communities and LGBTIQA+ communities • represent the department in key forums and working groups while building productive working relationships • monitor effective programs and recommend improvements based on evidence and results. About you A relevant tertiary qualification in public policy or social science is highly desirable. You should have experience developing policy, managing projects and preparing clear written advice. You should also have: • strong policy development, implementation and evaluation skills • the ability to analyse complex issues, interpret legislation and provide sound advice • well-developed project management skills with the ability to deliver quality outcomes • clear communication skills and the ability to build productive working relationships. To learn even more about this role, please read the position description. If you have any further questions, feel free to email Chris Mulholland at [email protected] . Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander (Aboriginal) people are strongly encouraged to apply. Learn more about our Aboriginal workforce strategy. How to apply Please click the Apply button on this advertisement. Applications should include a resume and covering letter. Attachments can be uploaded in .doc, .docx, .pdf, .txt or .rtf formats. The successful candidate will be required to undergo pre-employment checks which may include national police checks and misconduct screening. If you require adjustments to the recruitment and selection process, or require an alternative fo rmat to any of the application material, please don't hesitate to get in touch with the contact person listed on this ad. IMPORTANT INFORMATION: Child safety statement of commitment The Department of Justice and Community Safety is committed to the safety and wellbeing of children and young people. We seek to prevent harm of any kind impacting children and young people and have zero tolerance for racism, child abuse and inequality. Children and young people's rights, relationships, identity, and culture must be recognised and respected, their voices heard, and their concerns acted upon. We aim to foster a culturally safe, child safe and child friendly environment for all children and young people we have contact with, deliver services to, or are impacted by our work.