The Department of Families, Fairness and Housing (DFFH) works hard to create equal opportunities for all Victorians to live a safe, respected and valued life.

Our areas of focus are child protection, housing, disability, the prevention of family violence, multicultural affairs, LGBTIQA+ equality, veterans, women and youth. The work we do advantages thousands of Victorians, particularly those who are disadvantaged and vulnerable.

We work in a variety of community-based settings, including people's homes, residential facilities and secure settings across metropolitan, rural and regional Victoria.

We are committed to developing and supporting a workforce that is well equipped and highly motivated. All jobs can be worked flexibly, and we encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people and people from diverse backgrounds and abilities.

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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)

Job Details

Department: Department of Families, Fairness and Housing Work Type: Ongoing - full time Job Function: Policy Classification: VPSG5 Work Location: Melbourne - CBD Reference: VG/607621 Closing Date: 02-Sep-2026 Salary Range: $116,413 - $140,849 Job Duration: N/A Attachments: (Word, 132KB)
Position Description

Contact: PJ Jacobs
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Position Details

THE ROLE

The Equality Policy team works across the department and the broader Victorian government and with key stakeholders to develop and deliver high quality strategic advice and support with a focus on the lesbian, gay, bisexual, trans and gender diverse, intersex and queer (LGBTIQA+) communities.





As a Senior Policy Officer in the Equality Policy team you will work across a variety of areas in policy development and support of the Equality portfolio. This role may include providing LGBTIQA+ specific advice in consultation with other departments and agencies on anti-LGBTIQA+ hate crimes and anti-vilification reforms, working with LGBTIQA+ and mainstream delivery partners on the implementation of flagship initiatives including the Rainbow Tick implementation program, Pride in Ageing and QHub LGBTIQA+ youth safe spaces, and supporting the LGBTIQA+ Ministerial Taskforce.

The successful candidate will be a proactive self-starter with a good understanding of government processes and an ability to work in a complex, sensitive and fast paced environment, and demonstrate strong policy, analytical and communication skills coupled with an ability to influence stakeholders and work effectively in a team workplace.

ACCOUNTABILITIES INCLUDE

- Provide analysis and expert advice to the Minister for Equality, and senior executives on a wide range of matters of strategic and/or critical impact on policy development in relation to LGBTIQA+ communities. This includes analysing and critically evaluating information and proactively identifying potential implications and risks of proposed policy options.
- Manage and contribute to strategic research projects, consultations and policy analyses relating to the coordination and implementation of government policy.
- Initiate and maintain robust working relationships with stakeholders to drive forward government policy and priorities. This includes managing and maintaining close liaison and effective relationships with other branches within DFFH,



other government departments and non-government organisations, including representation on inter-agency committees and task forces.

Please open the position description to read more.

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.
This is a Prioritised role – If you are a member of LGBTIQA+ communities, you are encouraged to apply. The department will give you priority consideration, as per the Special Measures provision of the Equal Chance Act 2010 (Vic).

For more information on what this means, and all other requirements, please see the Position Description.

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.

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.

Job details Department: Department of Families, Fairness and Housing
Job Reference: VG/607621
Location: Melbourne - CBD
Work Type: Ongoing - full time
Job Function: Policy
Classification: VPSG5
Salary Range: $116,413 - $140,849
Job Duration: N/A
Date posted: 19-Aug-2026
Application Close Date: 02-Sep-2026
Attachments: (Word, 132KB)
Position Description

Contact:

PJ Jacobs

(phone hidden) | [email protected]

📌 Senior Policy Officer (Melbourne)
🏢 State Government Of Victoria
📍 Melbourne