Help shape policies that reduce harm from liquor and tobacco.
Contribute to advice that informs Victorian Government decisions.
Build your policy skills with support and guidance.
Put your research and writing skills to work for Victorians.
Ongoing, full-time role, earning 81,496 - $98,955 per year, plus super.
About us
The Gambling, Liquor & Tobacco business unit supports the regulation of gambling, liquor and tobacco in Victoria, to minimise the harms these products can cause and contribute positively to the Victorian economy. It is responsible for:
delivering and further developing the Victorian Government's strategic response to gambling, liquor, gambling and tobacco issues
developing and implementing the government's policy on major gambling licensing processes
delivering a research and evaluation program to inform responses to gambling harm in Victoria.
What you will do
As policy support officer, you will help develop policy and support projects in the liquor and tobacco policy team. You will research issues, prepare advice and help your team meet deadlines.
You will:
research gambling, liquor and tobacco issues to help develop
informed
policy advice
help prepare
clear
Cabinet submissions, briefings and letters for senior decision makers and others
support projects, manage competing tasks and meet
agreed
deadlines
build
cooperative
working relationships with colleagues, industry representatives and community groups
provide
reliable
administrative support and help your team identify and resolve issues.
About you
You do not need formal qualifications. You can bring qualifications or experience in law,



public policy, economics, public health or a related field.
You should also have:
planning and organisational skills
to manage tasks and meet deadlines
clear written and spoken communication
to explain ideas to different audiences
knowledge of gambling, liquor and tobacco industries
, or the ability to learn with support
research, problem-solving and Excel skills
, including advanced formulas, pivot tables and charts, alongside a
flexible, inclusive approach
to teamwork.
To learn even more about this role, please read the position description. If you have any further questions, feel free to email Alice Blake at ******.
Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander (Aboriginal) people are strongly encouraged to apply. Learn more about our Aboriginal workforce strategy.
The successful candidate will be required to undergo pre-employment checks which may include national police checks and misconduct screening.
IMPORTANT INFORMATION:
Child protected statement of commitment
The Department of Justice and Community Safety is committed to the safety and wellbeing of children and young people. We seek to prevent harm of any kind impacting children and young people and have zero tolerance for racism, child abuse and inequality. Children and young people's rights, relationships, identity, and culture must be recognised and respected, their voices heard, and their concerns acted upon. We aim to foster a culturally safe, child safe and child friendly environment for all children and young people we have contact with, deliver services to, or are impacted by our work.
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📌 Policy Support Officer (Melbourne)
🏢 Department of Justice and Community Safety, Victoria
📍 Melbourne