Manager Strategic Policy

THE ROLE
The Manager, Strategic Policy reports to the Director, Aboriginal Strategy and Policy to provide strategic advice to strengthen departmental policy to align with the Victorian government's commitment to the Victorian Aboriginal Affairs Framework, Self Determination Reform Framework, Closing the Gap, Treaty and Yoorrook. The position works with Aboriginal community and stakeholders to understand the changing needs of the Victorian Aboriginal community and actively works collaboratively with DFFH executives, managers and program areas across the state ensuring policy meets the needs of the Victorian Aboriginal community. The position is also tasked with ensuring that policies and programs developed are providing strong client led outcomes and that there is Aboriginal voice in decision making processes.
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ACCOUNTABILITIES INCLUDE

• In partnership with the Victorian Aboriginal community lead the development of Aboriginal policy that meet government and departmental objectives within resourcing, timeline and budget parameters.
• Strengthen the departments policy response and alignment to the Victorian government's Aboriginal agreements and frameworks including the Victorian Aboriginal Affairs Framework, Self Determination Reform Framework, Closing the Gap, Treaty and Yoorrook.
• Establish and maintain strong relationships with Aboriginal policy areas across DFFH and the Aboriginal Strategic Governance Forum's Koorie Caucus.

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COVID-19 VACCINATION
The department strongly recommends (but does not mandate) that employees maintain their COVID-19 vaccination status in accordance with current , given their individual circumstances. As of June 2023, DFFH does not require evidence of COVID-19 vaccination status.
A SPECIAL MEASURE PROVISION APPLIES TO THIS ROLE
The Equal Opportunity Act 2010, provides for lawful 'Special Measure' provisions, therefore the following has been applied to this role.
Only Indigenous Australians are eligible to apply as this position is exempt under the special measures provision, section 12(1) of the equal opportunity act 2010 (VIC)
HOW TO APPLY
All VPS employees (and ex-VPS employees with extended access to the Jobs and Skills Exchange website) MUST apply via the (JSE)
https://jse.vic.gov.au/user/login?destination=/new-home-page
portal.
Applicants are encouraged to apply online. Attachments can be uploaded in .doc, .docx, .pdf, .txt or .rtf formats.
Applicants are required to submit a CV and Cover Letter (max 2 pages) outlining their suitability to the role in line with the Key Selection Criteria.
Applicants must be an Australian Citizen, Permanent Resident or hold a valid work permit or visa. Work eligibility will be checked as part of the recruitment process.
Preferred candidates will be required to complete pre-employment screening, including a national police check and misconduct screening.
For more information on working with us and our recruitment process, please visit Department of Families, Fairness and Housing Victoria | Jobs (www.dffh.vic.gov.au/jobs)
Please apply to submit your interest in this position.