Title:  Manager

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 Deputy Premier, the Minister for First Peoples, the Minister for Men and Boys, the Special Minister of State, and the Minister for Multicultural and Multifaith Victoria, 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.

This role leads a team within the Families, Fairness and Housing Branch of the Department of Premier and Cabinet. Reporting to the Director, Families, Fairness and Housing Branch, you will lead and manage a team and provide authoritative and expert advice to the Premier, Ministers, Secretary and senior executives on policy, programs, and issues.

In this role, you will be part of a high performing and supportive team, reviewing policy proposals, undertaking policy analysis, and assessing the impact of government decisions and actions. You will also work closely with other key departments and areas within DPC. 

This position requires you to deal with sensitive issues in a confidential manner and with a high degree of accuracy in short time frames. The role additionally requires a proactive self-starter with a good understanding of government processes and an ability to work in a complex, sensitive and fast paced environment. 　　

The successful candidate will be a highly motivated individual, with demonstrated strong policy, analytical and communication skills coupled with an ability to influence senior stakeholders and effectively manage and be a supportive team leader.

For more information, please see the Position Description.

How to apply 

Apply before the advertised closing date 11:59pm on Monday 6 July 2026. All applications should include: 

· a resume; and 

· a cover letter which addresses the key selection criteria (within two pages).

This position is only open to applicants with relevant rights to work in Australia.

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.