Organisation: Department of Justice and Community SafetyOccupation: PolicyReference: VG/D02391-OCT24At the Department of Justice and Community Safety, we're looking for people who want to make a difference. People who take pride in their work. People who get things done. People who are committed to making Victoria a safer place.We embrace diversity and strive to have a workforce that reflects the community we serve. We're all about recruiting the best people, regardless of gender, age, disability, religion, sexual orientation or cultural background. If you think you can do the job and would be a good fit for our department, we'd love to hear from you.The department is committed to the safety and wellbeing of children and recognises that children's rights need to be respected, their views welcomed and valued, and their concerns taken seriously and acted upon.For more information on working with us and our recruitment process, please visit justice.vic.gov.au/careers We're proud of the important work we do across Victoria. Want to be part of it?Utilise your expertise to develop, implement and advise on legislative and regulatory reform within the Tobacco Regulation Project.Fixed Term, Full-Time opportunity to work with a high-performing and passionate team in the Victorian Public Service.The Department of Justice and Community Safety is seeking a Senior Policy Officer to provide a critical role within the Tobacco Regulation Project team.About the Business Unit The Department of Justice and Community Safety (DJCS) provides a range of government programs and services focused on improving community safety, victim services, regulatory services and crime prevention, and building strong collaboration across the justice system. Located in the Integrity, Regulation and Legal Services (IRLS) group, the Tobacco Regulation Project (TRP) has been established to deliver the Victorian Government's commitment to implement a tobacco regulation and licensing scheme.About the Role Reporting to the Director, Legislation, Policy and Engagement, the Senior Policy Officer will develop, implement, and evaluate legislative and regulatory reform policy and projects to support the establishment of the tobacco regulator and licensing scheme.As the Senior Policy Officer, some of your duties will include:Developing policy initiatives and providing advice to senior managers, executives and government on key policy and legislation/regulatory issues.Conducting research and analysis to inform evidence-based policy outcomes that meet government and departmental objectives.Overseeing and contributing to the completion of specific projects related to legislative and regulatory policy development and implementation within resourcing, timeline and budget parameters.Collaborating and building effective working relationships with various key internal and external stakeholders.About you To be successful in this role, you will have:Experience providing high quality, strategic and evidence-based advice to inform decision-making, and the ability to analyse complex operational, policy and legal issues.Experience managing stakeholders, including influencing and negotiating.Experience in managing projects related to policy development and implementation.Familiarity with legislative frameworks and the ability to ensure that policies are aligned with regulations and standards.Experience with Victorian Government administrative, budget or Cabinet processes, or the ability to understand these quickly.Relevant experience and/or a tertiary degree in public policy, project management or other relevant areas is highly desirable.How to Apply Please click the Apply button on this advertisement.To be considered for this position, applicants must submit a resume and cover letter (no longer than 3 pages) summarising their skills and relevant experience.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. 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.#J-18808-Ljbffr