- Shape policies that reduce harm from gambling, liquor and tobacco.
- Help guide government decisions on complex issues that affect Victorians.
- Use your research skills to turn evidence into practical change.
- Build your policy career while helping protect community health and wellbeing.
- Ongoing, full time role earning $116,413 - $140,849 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, 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 senior policy officer, you will develop policies on gambling, liquor and tobacco. You will help balance community health, industry needs and the wider economy.

You will:

- develop policy options and provide clear advice to senior managers and the minister
- write well-researched briefs, Cabinet submissions and documents that support changes to laws
- manage projects within agreed budgets and deadlines
- work with industry, government and community groups to shape practical policies
- review local and overseas developments to identify effective ways to reduce harm in Victoria.

About you

You do not need a formal qualification. Your qualifications or experience in law, public policy, economics or public health will help you succeed.

You should also have:

- research and analysis skills to develop policies, write briefs and assess the effects of proposed changes
- policy development experience,



with the ability to meet tight deadlines and work with people across different groups
- sound judgement, an understanding of government priorities and knowledge of relevant industries, or the ability to learn
- transparent communication and problem-solving skills, with the ability to adapt, manage projects and help build an inclusive team.

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 [email protected].

Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander (Aboriginal) people are strongly encouraged to apply. Learn more about our Aboriginal workforce strategy.

How to apply

Please click the Apply button on this advertisement. Applications should include a resume and covering letter. Attachments can be uploaded in .doc, .docx, .pdf, .txt or .rtf formats.

The successful candidate will be required to undergo pre-employment checks which may include national police checks and misconduct screening.

If you require adjustments to the recruitment and selection process, or require an alternative format to any of the application material, please don't hesitate to get in touch with the contact person listed on this ad.

IMPORTANT INFORMATION:

Child safe 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.

📌 Senior Policy Officer (Melbourne)
🏢 Department Of Justice And Community Safety
📍 Melbourne