Policy Officer - Aboriginal Justice Policy Reform

About the role

The Department of Justice and Community Safety is seeking a Policy Officer within the Aboriginal Justice Policy Reform Unit (AJPRU), reporting to the Legal Policy Manager. You will work in a small team supporting policy advice, analysis and initiatives that drive the Aboriginal Justice reform agenda, including work on the Spent Convictions Act 2021 and the implementation of Marappyarr, the fifth phase of the Aboriginal Justice Agreement. The role is ongoing and full-time, paid $100,894-$114,476 plus superannuation (VPS 4), and is a prioritised role for Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander peoples.

Key responsibilities

• Support the development of policy advice and initiatives supporting the Aboriginal Justice reform agenda, including the implementation of Marappyarr.
• Prepare briefings, reports, draft advice and analysis for Senior Managers, the Board of Management and Ministers on policy and operational/program issues, options and ad hoc reports and correspondence.
• Prepare policy and issues papers and provide secretariat support for key meetings.

Required profile

• Demonstrated knowledge and understanding of the Aboriginal community, its society and culture, and the issues impacting it.
• Demonstrated ability to communicate sensitively and work effectively with the Victorian Aboriginal community.
• Knowledge or experience of policy development and implementation, with an understanding of Victorian government decision-making processes, is desirable.
• A relevant tertiary qualification in law, public policy, Aboriginal affairs or similar is desired but not required.
• For designated and prioritised positions, a Certificate of Aboriginality is required before an offer of employment.

Applications close 13 November 2026 and include a resume and covering letter; attachments can be uploaded in .doc.docx.pdf.txt or .rtf. Pre-employment checks may include a criminal history check and misconduct screening.