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 benefits 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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Job Details

Department: Homes Victoria Work Type: Ongoing - full time Job Function: Policy Classification: VPSG4 Work Location: Melbourne - CBD Reference: VG/DFFH/778182 Closing Date: 07-Sep-2026 Salary Range: $100,894 - $114,476 Job Duration: N/A Attachments: (Word, 130KB)
Position Description

(PDF, 215KB)
Position Description

Contact: Kai Chong
[email protected]

Position Details

THE ROLE

The Policy Officer role in Business Services and Intergovernmental Relations will be pivotal in providing strategic advice, building relationships across Commonwealth and State governments, and briefing decision-makers on housing portfolio matters. The ideal candidate should possess strong policy,



analysis and strategic thinking skills including the ability to distil complex ideas, problem-solve, and provide sound advice to senior management. Additionally, they should feel at ease in a dynamic policy setting and have the capability to manage their own workload. You will produce briefs, work collaboratively with a wide range of stakeholders, and help to progress Commonwealth-State housing opportunities.

ACCOUNTABILITIES INCLUDE

- Analyse and interpret data, publications and reports, distil implications, assess risks and benefits and present this as strategic advice or recommendations to support decision-makers.
- Develop briefings and submissions on policy issues for senior management.
- Establish and maintain effective working relationships across the department and work in collaboration with key stakeholders.

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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: Homes Victoria
Job Reference: VG/DFFH/778182
Location: Melbourne - CBD
Work Type: Ongoing - full time
Job Function: Policy
Classification: VPSG4
Salary Range: $100,894 - $114,476
Job Duration: N/A
Date posted: 24-Aug-2026
Application Close Date: 07-Sep-2026
Attachments: (Word, 130KB)
Position Description

(PDF, 215KB)
Position Description

Contact:

Kai Chong

[email protected]

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