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The Department of Treasury and Finance provides economic, financial and resource management advice to help the Victorian Government deliver its policies. We strive for excellence in financial and economic management to improve the lives of all Victorians.
Budget Strategy Group
The Budget Strategy Group maintains a central role in supporting sound financial management in Victoria.
The Financial Frameworks team, Budget Strategy optimises public sector resource management systems to drive value for money for Victorians. The team is responsible for budget and financial management legislation and policy and providing advice on its application and reform options.
The Gender Responsive Budgeting Unit sits within the Financial Frameworks team and works to embed gender impact analysis in the Government's budget decision-making processes and to ensure outcomes for women are measured as part of the budget decision-making process.
About the role
This is a two year fixed term contract where the incumbent will be responsible to:
* Support policy development and implementation of Gender Responsive Budgeting within whole of government frameworks, policies and processes.
* Provide analysis and advice on issues impacting gender equality and the impact of government resource allocation on gender equality.
* Support the development and delivery of capability programs by preparing reports, briefs and correspondence on day to day and complex issues that impact the unit.
* Identify solutions to issues and assist in the completion of Gender Responsive Budgeting tasks.
* Conduct research and apply practical expertise relating to gender based polices and budgeting to support the development of policies options and processes in the Victorian Public Sector.
* Develop and maintain productive working relationships with key stakeholders in DTF and across departments and agencies.
* Contribute to key State Budget products.
About you
We are seeking applications from candidates with demonstrable experience in:
* Contributing to achieving outcomes through the provision of advice and analysis on gender equality and gender impacts in policy development, or related fields.
* Contributing to developing, implementing or researching policies and advice relating to gender equality impacts.
* Preparing clear and concise written information to highlight options for decision makers and ensure understanding of the content.
* Building and maintaining productive and positive relationships with key internal and external stakeholders.
* Working collaboratively in a fast-paced environment.
* Demonstrating computer literacy and experience in using Microsoft Office products to develop high quality written/visual communications.
Experience and qualifications
A relevant tertiary education, for example, economics, accounting, public policy etc.
About our culture
We aim to be a model employer providing an inclusive workplace that is understanding and respectful of differences such as gender, identity, race, disability or age. In addition, we are committed to supporting Aboriginal pathways between education and employment.
The Department strives to create an environment that supports a flexible and adaptive workforce. All requests for flexible working arrangements will be considered in line with operational requirements.
How to apply
VPS employees and other JSE-eligible applicants are encouraged to apply on the Jobs & Skills Exchange (JSE) jobs board. For DTF employees: If during the recruitment process, you are identified as the preferred candidate for this role, you will be required to seek approval from your manager and Executive Director to undertake this role as a secondment.
For more information about the position and key selection criteria, please refer to the position description. If you have specific questions regarding the role, please contact Jillian Roche at jillian.roche@dtf.vic.gov.au. To apply, select the ‘Apply Now' button and provide a copy of your resume and cover letter summarising your skills and relevant experience. Applications close at midnight, 28 February, 2024. If you require a copy of this advertisement in an accessible format, please contact the Careers team.
Covid-19 Vaccination DTF is committed to providing and maintaining a working environment which is safe and without risk to the health of its employees and clients and consistent with the department's obligations under the Occupational Health and Safety Act 2004 (OH&S Act). To support this DTF has a COVID-19 Vaccination policy which strongly recommends all DTF employees be fully vaccinated.
