Title: Policy Officer, Public Sector Workforce
About Us
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 Multicultural Affairs, as well as the Cabinet. Our vision is to be recognised and respected leaders in whole-of-government policy and performance.
DPC upholds and demonstrates the values of the VPS and is the embodiment of VPS leadership. DPC’s values are adopted from the Public Administration Act 2004:
- Leadership
- Integrity
- Responsiveness
- Impartiality
- Accountability
- Respect
- Commitment to Human Rights.
About the Role
An exciting opportunity exists for a talented and passionate individual to join the Public Sector Workforce team in Cabinet and Governance Branch at the Department of Premier and Cabinet.
- Ongoing opportunity at VPS3 level
- Join a high performing team that provides advice on public sector employment issues
- Work in a fast-paced and vibrant policy environment
The Public Sector Workforce team provides policy advice to the Premier, other DPC portfolio ministers and senior executives on whole-of-government on workforce management issues for Victoria’s public servants and public sector employees, including executive employment and remuneration matters, and supports the work of the Victorian Public Sector Commission.
This is a unique opportunity to do interesting and important work to support the effectiveness of the Victorian public sector. There will also be opportunities to contribute to the longer-term strategic projects in the team and the Branch.
About you
As our ideal candidate you will have:
- Demonstrated policy experience including analysing and evaluating information, consulting others to gain a better understanding of an issue, seeking to develop solutions to policy problems, and understanding government, the role of Parliament, Ministers, and the public service.
- Well-developed written communication skills and ability to prepare clear and concise briefs, emails and other written products that are tailored to the audience, with close attention to detail.
- Ability to clearly and confidently communicate with people at all levels and develop effective working relationships with stakeholders.
- Demonstrated ability to plan, prioritise and complete set tasks in a fast-paced environment.
- Demonstrated willingness to be flexible, adaptable and resilient to changing priorities with the ability to meet deadlines under pressure.
Tertiary qualification in public policy, employment relations or law would be an advantage.
This role is an ongoing position. This position is only open to applicants with relevant rights to work in Australia.
For more information, please see the Position Description.
How to apply:
Apply before the advertised closing date 11:59pm on Sunday, 14 June 2026. All applications should include:
- a resume; and
- a cover letter which addresses the key selection criteria (within three pages).
Other relevant information:
To be eligible for appointment to this role, applicants will possess corresponding work rights for the advertised employment period. Appointment to an ongoing role is only available to an Australian/New Zealand citizen or an Australian Permanent Resident. Preferred applicants will be required to undertake pre-employment screening. 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.
