Organisation: Department of Justice and Community SafetyOccupation: PolicyReference: VG/D02243-OCT24At the Department of Justice and Community Safety, we're looking for people who want to make a difference.We embrace diversity and strive to have a workforce that reflects the community we serve.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 The Department of Justice and Community Safety is seeking a Senior Policy and Projects Officer to provide a critical role at Justice Health.About the Business Unit Justice Health is responsible for delivering primary physical and mental health, and specialist forensic mental health services for people in custody.Justice Health also works closely with custodial health providers and other parts of government to identify and drive service improvements that improve health outcomes for people in custody.About the Role The Senior Policy and Projects Officer will report to the Manager, Strategic Policy and be responsible for contributing to the development of new and innovative health service delivery approaches to improve health care for people in prison.The role will operate within a complex and dynamic environment that requires sound judgement and the ability to develop effective relationships with key stakeholders.Some of your duties will include:Formulates authoritative, in-depth advice on complex policy and service design issues relating to health, mental health, alcohol and other drug treatment for people in custody.Identifies emerging issues that impact on the operating environment and develops innovative and practical solution options and recommendations.Develops complex written briefs, reports and project documentation that provide policy options and recommendations for consideration by senior decision makers.About you To be successful in this role, you will have:Experience in the development of policy advice and/or operational/performance frameworks within a complex social and/or economic policy environment.Sound knowledge of and/or experience in Victorian Government administrative processes.Strong conceptual and analytical skills with an ability to analyse complex operational, policy and legal issues.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. 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 aim to foster a culturally safe, child safe and child friendly environment for all children and young people we have contact with.Job type:Full time / 30 June 2025Job classification:VPSG5Contact: #J-18808-Ljbffr