Job Description
Location: Melbourne | CBD
Job type: Full time / 12 months
Organisation: Department of Premier and Cabinet
Salary: $+5,102 - $107,+05
Occupation: Policy
Reference: VG/1808676A
An exciting and unique opportunity exists for a talented and highly motivated individual to join the Delivery and Tracking team as Policy Officer, Delivery Tracking.
The Delivery and Strategy Branch reports to the Secretary of the Department of Premier and Cabinet and works across government to quickly analyse and identify solutions to priority policy and delivery issues. The Delivery Tracking team tracks and resolves delivery of priority government initiatives and develops solutions to priority cross-portfolio policy issues.
As a Policy Officer, Delivery Tracking you will support the Branch in its strategic analysis and policy advice, priority initiative tracking and stakeholder consultation. Your work will contribute to advice to the Premier, the Secretary and senior DPC executives. As part of your role, you will have the opportunity to work on a breadth of policy and delivery issues across government, while building and maintaining productive and collaborative relationships with stakeholders.
About you
As our ideal candidate, you will have:
Demonstrated experience in policy analysis and co-ordination processes.
Strong written and verbal communication skills.
Excellent time and task management skills.
Strong interpersonal skills.
Working with us, you can make a difference not just in your career, but in the community where you work and live.
Current VPS employees are strongly encouraged to apply via the Jobs and Skills Exchange (JSE) platform.
The closing date is Thursday 12 September 2026.
How to apply
Apply before the advertised closing date. All applications should include:
a resume; and
a cover letter which addresses the key selection criteria (within three pages).
This position is only open to applicants with relevant rights to work in Australia.
Other relevant information
The department is committed to providing and maintaining a working environment which is safe and without risk to the health of its employees and clients and consistent with the department's obligations under the Occupational Health and Safety Act 2004 (OH&S Act), to support this DPC has a COVID-1+ Vaccination policy which strongly recommends all DPC employees be fully vaccinated.
Preferred candidates will be required to complete a Pre-employment Declaration and Consent form.
Employment of successful candidates will be subject to a National Police Check. DPC actively promotes diversity, inclusion and an equal opportunity workplace.
We welcome applicants from all diverse backgrounds, including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples and people with disabilities. All roles at DPC can be worked flexibly, however it may differ from role to role.
Job type: Full time / 12 months
Organisation: Department of Premier and Cabinet
Salary: $+5,102 - $107,+05
Occupation: Policy
Reference: VG/1808676A
An exciting and unique opportunity exists for a talented and highly motivated individual to join the Delivery and Tracking team as Policy Officer, Delivery Tracking.
The Delivery and Strategy Branch reports to the Secretary of the Department of Premier and Cabinet and works across government to quickly analyse and identify solutions to priority policy and delivery issues. The Delivery Tracking team tracks and resolves delivery of priority government initiatives and develops solutions to priority cross-portfolio policy issues.
As a Policy Officer, Delivery Tracking you will support the Branch in its strategic analysis and policy advice, priority initiative tracking and stakeholder consultation. Your work will contribute to advice to the Premier, the Secretary and senior DPC executives. As part of your role, you will have the opportunity to work on a breadth of policy and delivery issues across government, while building and maintaining productive and collaborative relationships with stakeholders.
About you
As our ideal candidate, you will have:
Demonstrated experience in policy analysis and co-ordination processes.
Strong written and verbal communication skills.
Excellent time and task management skills.
Strong interpersonal skills.
Working with us, you can make a difference not just in your career, but in the community where you work and live.
Current VPS employees are strongly encouraged to apply via the Jobs and Skills Exchange (JSE) platform.
The closing date is Thursday 12 September 2026.
How to apply
Apply before the advertised closing date. All applications should include:
a resume; and
a cover letter which addresses the key selection criteria (within three pages).
This position is only open to applicants with relevant rights to work in Australia.
Other relevant information
The department is committed to providing and maintaining a working environment which is safe and without risk to the health of its employees and clients and consistent with the department's obligations under the Occupational Health and Safety Act 2004 (OH&S Act), to support this DPC has a COVID-1+ Vaccination policy which strongly recommends all DPC employees be fully vaccinated.
Preferred candidates will be required to complete a Pre-employment Declaration and Consent form.
Employment of successful candidates will be subject to a National Police Check. DPC actively promotes diversity, inclusion and an equal opportunity workplace.
We welcome applicants from all diverse backgrounds, including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples and people with disabilities. All roles at DPC can be worked flexibly, however it may differ from role to role.
💡 Quick Summary
Seeking a career-building opportunity? The Policy Officer| Delivery Tracking position is now open for candidates interested in the Government Job Alert sector. This role in Melbourne offers a professional environment and growth potential.
Requirement Snapshot: Candidates should possess basic communication skills, a proactive attitude, and the ability to work in a team. Experience in Government Job Alert is a plus.