Company

State Government Of VictoriaSee more

addressAddressMelbourne, VIC
type Form of workFull-time
salary Salary$92,332-104,762 per year
CategoryLegal

Job description

THE ROLE
Policy Adviser
We are looking for an experienced, talented and motivated individual to join the Commission for Gender Equality in the Public Sector (Commission) as a Policy Adviser in the Gender Impact Assessment Strategy team. In this role you will have the opportunity to support the Public Sector Gender Equality Commissioner and Commission for Gender Equality in the Public Sector during implementation of ground-breaking legislative change designed to improve gender equality outcomes for the Victorian public sector, and wider Victorian community.
As Policy Adviser, you will help ensure the Act's effectiveness by influencing stakeholders to understand and promote the Act's obligations and objectives and using evidence to drive progress towards gender equality. You will be responsible for supporting a range of education, engagement and policy pieces relating to the implementation of the Act's requirement to conduct Gender Impact Assessments.
The successful candidate will be a high-performing and proactive self-starter with a good understanding of government process, the ability to develop strategic policy in a complex environment, build collaborative relationships and networks, communicate effectively in written and verbal formats, and deliver a range of tasks under pressure. An understanding of the importance of progressing gender equality and experience in supporting the implementation of policies, programs or services would be an advantage.
ACCOUNTABILITIES INCLUDE
  • Contribute to the development of sound policy advice related to gender equality and the operation of the Gender Equality Act to the Public Sector Gender Equality Commissioner, Senior Executives, and the Minister for Women.
  • Support the development, coordination and delivery of strategic initiatives relating to Gender Impact Assessments within resourcing, timeline and budget parameters.
  • Develop written guidance, communications and presentations to inform and educate stakeholders about the Gender Equality Act and support organisations to meet their obligations.
Please open the position description to read more.
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.
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.
Refer code: 1717560. State Government Of Victoria - The previous day - 2024-03-10 02:49

State Government Of Victoria

Melbourne, VIC
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