Title:  Policy Adviser

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.

The Department of Premier and Cabinet (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.

The Economic Development and International Branch

The Economic Development and International Branch provides advice to the Premier and Cabinet on a range of international engagement, economic development, jobs and employment, investment attraction, innovation, small business, regional development, tourism and major events, sport and recreation and creative industries issues.

Teams across the branch play a key role in providing advice on the policy and other outputs of the portfolios supported by the Department of Jobs, Skills, Industry and Regions.

The branch also provides whole of government coordination for the Victorian Government’s international engagement priorities and activities and supports the international travel of the Premier, Deputy Premier, and the Governor.

About the role

This role is a Fixed Term, Full-Time position until 3 May 2028.

Working within the International team, in the Economic Development and International Branch, you will work closely with colleagues across the Victorian and Commonwealth public services and with other external stakeholders, to support delivery of Victoria’s international engagement efforts.

You will contribute to or lead a range of high-profile international engagement policy areas in a fast paced and collaborative environment. The position requires flexibility to respond to rapid change, strong policy and planning capability to deliver a varied work agenda.

We are seeking candidates who will contribute to a high performing culture, deliver successful outcomes, develop capability within the team and be a leader within the branch.

About You

We are seeking applicants who have demonstrated experience from the following criteria:

• Experience in assisting to develop and deliver priority policy and projects in a public sector and/or industry environment.
• Ability to prepare briefs, letters, emails and reports using clear, concise and grammatically correct language, ensures that appropriate style and formats are used and demonstrating attention to detail.
• Proven ability to establish and maintain relationships with people at all levels and from different backgrounds and organisations.
• Planning and organisational skills, including ability to identify processes, tasks and resources required to achieve a goal; and uses systems and procedures to plan work and monitor progress.
• Commitment to continuous development including through seeking feedback and opportunity to develop new skills.

Desirable requirements

• Knowledge and skills relevant to either international engagement, international relations, protocol or trade and investment.
• Specific knowledge of one or more key international markets.
• A relevant tertiary qualification would be an advantage.

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 Wednesday 20 May 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.