Senior Policy Adviser

Position DetailsTHE ROLEWe are looking for an experienced, talented and motivated individual to join the Commission for Gender Equality in the Public Sector (Commission) as Senior Policy Adviser.In this role, you will have the opportunity to implement ground-breaking legislative change designed to improve gender equality outcomes for the Victorian public sector, and wider Victorian community.As Senior Policy Adviser, you will play a vital role in the implementation of the Gender Equality Act (Vic) (the Act). You will help ensure the Act's effective operationalisation by influencing stakeholders to understand and promote the Act's obligations and objectives, undertaking complex legal research and policy analysis and use evidence to drive progress towards gender equality.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. Experience in and/or understanding of gender equality work, legislation and legal policy, regulation and the state, and an understanding of the national and international legislative landscape would be an advantage.ACCOUNTABILITIES INCLUDE Develop and deliver accurate and timely policy and legislation advice related to the operation of the Gender Equality Act to the Public Sector Gender Equality Commissioner, Senior Executives, and the Minister for Women.Prepare submissions, briefs and reports for Ministers, Members of Parliament, the Commissioner and others, as required.Develop, implement, and coordinate complex strategic reform projects. Please open the position description to read more.COVID-19 VACCINATIONThe 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 , DFFH does not require evidence of COVID-19 vaccination status.HOW TO APPLY 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.