Work Type: Fixed-term - Full-time
Salary: $113,022 - $136,747
Grade: VPS 5
Occupation: Early childhood
Location: Melbourne - CBD and Inner Metro suburbs
Reference: VG/DE/ECE/1910439
About the role
4x Fixed term full time positions available until 30/06/2029.
The Service Delivery and Provider Expansion Branch plays a key role in shaping and managing the early childhood education (ECE) sector to ensure equitable access, quality provision and efficient resource allocation as the Best Start, Best Life reforms are implemented. The branch works to address emerging issues related to ECE system design and service commissioning - using data, research and policy analysis to generate strategies and solutions - and collaborates across the department and with external stakeholders.
We are currently seeking multiple Senior Policy Advisors to work on strategic policy and projects through every stage of the policy cycle. This includes undertaking research and data analysis to formulate policy options and advice, preparing briefs and other written materials, guiding projects through consultation, governance and approvals processes, and developing, implementing and monitoring project plans.
These roles will suit proactive self-starters with a good understanding of government systems and processes and an ability to work in a complex reform environment.
Attributes
Our ideal candidates will have:
These roles are fixed term until 30 June 2029. For more details, please see attached position descriptions.
How to Apply
Your application needs to include a resume and a cover letter (max 2 pages) that responds clearly but succinctly to the key selection criteria outlined in the position description.
About the Department
The department provides a wide range of learning and development support and services.
The department provides policy leadership, plans for the future of education in Victoria and leads key cross-sector collaboration. The department plays an important system steward role by providing support, guidance, oversight and assurance across early childhood and school education systems, as well as directly providing school education and 50 new early learning centres.
Further Information
For more details regarding this position please see attached position description for the capabilities to address in application.
The department values diversity and inclusion in all forms - gender, religion, ethnicity, LGBTIQ+, disability and neurodiversity. Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander candidates are strongly encouraged to apply. For more information about our work, working for the Department, diversity and inclusion, and our employment conditions visit the Department website and our Diversity and Inclusion page
Applicants requiring adjustments can contact the nominated contact person.
Information about the Department of Education's operations and employment conditions can be located at www.education.vic.gov.au.
For further information pertaining to the role, please contact Joanne Gately, Director - Service Delivery and Provider Expansion via [email protected].
Preferred applicants may be required to complete a police check and may be subject to other pre-employment checks. Information provided to the Department of Education will be treated in the strictest confidence.
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Applications close 11:59pm on Monday 9th March 2026.