Title: Adviser, First Peoples Engagement, Policy and Programs
About Us
The Victorian Violence Reduction Unit (VRU) was established in December 2025 to reduce violence in Victoria through an early intervention and prevention approach. It operates across Government to tackle and disrupt violence by:
- Taking a preventative and public health approach to address the root causes of violence
- Coordinating across Government and local services so crime prevention works better, with fewer gaps
- Using data and intelligence to target its interventions when and where they’re needed most
- Investing in and delivering the programs that are proven to turn people away from crime, and new programs which address gaps and emerging crime trends
- Engaging directly with the Victorian public and the communities and young people most affected by violence
About the Role
The Adviser, First Peoples Engagement, Policy and Programs role will work with the Manager to embed First Nations engagement and principles of self-determination as a core capability of the Violence Reduction Unit's (VRU) operating model, supporting culturally responsive practice and continuous learning.
Reporting to the Manager, First Peoples Engagement, Policy and Programs, this role will work collaboratively across the VRU to:
- engage and strengthen relationships with Aboriginal communities and peak bodies
- ensure the perspectives of Aboriginal young people and communities inform VRU priorities and initiatives
- support with the ongoing establishment of the VRU to deliver on its strategic objectives, ensuring VRU activities are in line with culturally responsive practice and government objectives.
This is a designated position under section 12 of the Equal Opportunity Act 2010. Only Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander people are eligible to apply.
About You
In order to be considered, you will need to be able to demonstrate experience and/or skills in:
- Stakeholder engagement and partnerships: Understands the importance of partnering with community in developing successful strategies, programs or products; supports the design process by explaining what needs to be done and ensuring people have the necessary information to engage in the process and work effectively; understands stages of co-design
- Policy development and analysis: Demonstrated ability to undertake policy research and analysis, and contribute to the preparation of briefs and advice that consider legislative, operational and stakeholder implications under general guidance.
- Program delivery: Experience supporting the delivery of projects or program components, including assisting with planning, monitoring, risk identification and reporting to meet agreed timelines and objectives.
For more information, please see Position Description.
The role will close on 22nd May at 11.59 pm.
To apply, please upload your CV and Cover Letter, addressing your experience and skills along the key selection criteria.
The VRU is an inclusive workplace that values diversity and is committed to supporting our employees balance their work and life commitments. All roles at the VRU can be worked flexibly. The VRU recognises that providing flexible working arrangements is not only important to our employees but also underpins a diverse, inclusive, adaptive, and high-performing workforce. The nature and scope of flexible options available will depend on the nature of the position. Applicants are encouraged to discuss flexible arrangements with the hiring manager during the recruitment process.
