Overview

Work Type: Fixed-term - Full-time

Salary: $100,894 - $114,476

Grade: VPS 4

Occupation: Policy

Location: Melbourne - CBD and Inner Metro suburbs

Reference: 2329

The Policy Advisor will support the development of high quality, proactive policy advice to drive climate action, build Victoria's circular economy and support environment protection. The Policy Advisor will work within a team and collaborate with other teams across the department and portfolio, to provide expert, authoritative and timely policy advice to the Minister, the department’s executive and other government departments.

Specialist/Technical Expertise/Qualifications

- Experience in undertaking policy analysis and providing policy advice is desirable.
- Experience undertaking engagement with stakeholders on policy issues is desirable.
- An understanding of Victorian Government policy processes is desirable.
- Tertiary qualification(s) in a relevant field are desirable.

This is a fixed term position available until 30 June 2027. The work location for this position is 8 Nicholson Street, East Melbourne with hybrid work arrangements available.

To be considered for this position, applicants are encouraged to submit a resume and cover letter (no longer than 2 pages) summarising their skills and relevant experience.

Please refer to the Key Selection Criteria provided in the , including the mandatory requirements.

How to Apply:

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Applications close 11.59pm on Monday, 05 October 2026.

All applications must be submitted through the online portal. We are unable to consider email or manual applications at this time.

Other relevant information:

Preferred candidates will be required to undertake pre-employment screening, including a Declaration and Consent form and a Nationally Coordinated Criminal History Check.

To be eligible for appointment to this role, applicants will possess corresponding work rights for the advertised employment period. Appointment to an ongoing position is only available to an Australian/New Zealand citizen or an Australian Permanent Resident.

An inclusive, culturally secure and flexible workplace

DEECA fosters an inclusive workplace culture and is committed to a fair, accessible, and equitable recruitment process.

We strongly encourage Aboriginal and or Torres Strait Islander people to apply. We recognise the strengths, knowledge and perspectives First Nations people bring and DEECA is committed to a culturally safe and respectful workplace. If you need support to participate, please contact [email protected].

We support flexible working arrangements, including hybrid work, varied hours, part-time work and job sharing. For more information about our recruitment processes, visit applying for a role with us.

Applications close Monday 5 October 2026 at 11.59pm Posted 22 September 2026

📌 Policy Advisor (Melbourne)
🏢 Victorian Government
📍 Melbourne