Senior Policy Advisor

About the role

The Regulatory Strategy and Reform Branch of VECRA leads its regulatory strategy and capability through evidence-led reform and continuous improvement, strengthening the regulator's ability to protect children's safety, rights and best interests. The Senior Policy Advisor develops policy and advice for the Victorian Early Childhood and Regulatory Authority, leads strategic projects and advises on intergovernmental, regulatory policy and governance matters, including legislative and National Law changes.

Key responsibilities

• Develop policies and advice for VECRA
• Lead strategic projects and advise on intergovernmental, regulatory policy and governance matters
• Contribute to operational and reform initiatives, including legislative and National Law changes
• Use strong research, analytical and conceptual skills with wide collaboration across the organisation

Required profile

• Ideal: experience in a regulatory environment and a strong understanding of regulation in a reform context
• Sound judgement, strategic thinking and resilience, with the ability to manage competing priorities and deliver reform outcomes (VPS5 behavioural expectations)
• Supports an inclusive, high-performing team culture
• Valid Working with Children Check and a tertiary qualification in a relevant discipline (essential)
• Postgraduate degree, regulatory experience and policy/project leadership experience desirable

Applicants submit a CV and a two-page cover letter addressing the selection criteria. Applications close 3 November 2026; preferred applicants may be asked to complete a police check.