Work Type: Ongoing - Full-time
Salary: $97,955 - $111,142
Grade: VPS 4
Occupation: Community services
Location: Melbourne - CBD and Inner Metro suburbs
Reference: 9991 + 9992
About the Department of Premier and Cabinet (DPC)
We work for the people of Victoria by helping the Government achieve its strategic objectives. We do this by supporting the Premier, the Minister for Treaty and First Peoples and the Minister for Multicultural Affairs, as well as the Cabinet. Our vision is to be recognised and respected leaders in whole-of-government policy and performance.
About Us
We work for the people of Victoria by helping the government achieve its strategic objectives. We do this by supporting the Premier, Deputy Premier, the Ministers for Treaty and First Peoples, Industrial Relations, as well as the Cabinet. Our vision is to be recognised and respected leaders in whole-of-government policy and performance.
The First Peoples – State Relations Group is a newly established group within DPC, responsible for nation leading work in the areas of cultural rights, self-determination, treaty and truth – an extensive program of priority work with First Peoples. We recognise Victoria’s First Peoples as the self‑determining drivers of Aboriginal affairs in Victoria. We are committed to building ongoing, just and respectful relationships between self-determining First Peoples and the State as a priority focus.
The Group is also committed to promoting Aboriginal leadership and this is reflected in the Group’s executive team. Our new and innovative ways of working are made possible by the strategic leadership of our Aboriginal leaders.
There are three Policy Officer positions available: two ongoing positions and one fixed-term (12 months) position.
The role of the Policy Officer is to support policy and project management in relation to Victoria’s commitments under the National Agreement for Closing the Gap. The successful candidate will demonstrate strong policy; analytical and communication skills coupled with an ability to influence stakeholders and work effectively in a team environment. For more information, please see Position Description
Key Accountabilities:
About You
How to apply
Apply before the advertised closing date 11:59pm on 2 March 2026. All applications should include:
Other relevant information
The department is committed to providing and maintaining a working environment which is safe and without risk to the health of its employees and clients and consistent with the department's obligations under the Occupational Health and Safety Act 2004 (OH&S Act), to support this DPC has a COVID-19 Vaccination policy which strongly recommends all DPC employees be fully vaccinated.
Preferred candidates will be required to complete a Pre-employment Declaration and Consent Form. Employment of successful candidates will be subject to a National Police Check.
DPC actively promotes diversity, inclusion and an equal opportunity workplace. We welcome applicants from all diverse backgrounds, including people with disabilities and Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples. All roles at DPC can be worked flexibly, however it may differ from role to role. Please discuss in your interview process your preferences and individual needs.