Policy Officer

An exciting opportunity exists for a VPS4 Policy Officer to join the Early Childhood Strategy Division until end June 2027.

As a Policy Officer in the Early Childhood Strategy Division, you will apply your strong policy skills, analytical thinking, and communication abilities to contribute to policy work on a range of issues, including:

• supporting the development of Victorian positions and strategy on national child safety reforms
• contributing to the design of the department's evolving relationship with the independent Victorian Early Childhood Regulatory Authority (VECRA), including governance frameworks and ways of working protocols
• supporting other strategic projects in response to emerging priorities for the Early Childhood Education group.

To be successful in the role, you will have demonstrated experience and confidence in policy development, written and verbal communication, analytical thinking, stakeholder engagement, and the ability to adapt under shifting priorities and timelines.

The Early Childhood Strategy Division is a small and influential policy unit that leads strategic policy design projects for the broader Early Childhood Education group. The Policy Officer will work collaboratively and flexibly with other teams across the division to contribute to shared priorities.

A Position Description is attached with further information about the role.

For more details regarding this position please see attached position descriptions.

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.

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 Monday 24 August 2026.