senior policy officer.

Randstad is seeking skilled and accomplished Senior Policy Officers with a sharp attention to detail and expertise in their field. This role demands strong relationship-building abilities and the capacity to foster lasting connections. We are looking for an enthusiastic professional who thrives on challenges and is dedicated to making a meaningful impact within the education sector for the state government.

About your new role

The Senior Policy Officers play a pivotal role in shaping and guiding policy initiatives, focusing on strategy, governance, and performance to drive reforms that benefit Victorians. They are involved in all phases of the policy process, from conducting research and analysis to developing recommendations and drafting reports. Additionally, they support project planning and help ensure the effective implementation of policy initiatives, providing insights that inform critical decisions and improve public outcomes.

Key Skills for Success:

• Strong policy expertise to conduct in-depth analysis of the key drivers influencing quality school-based education.
• Proficiency in applying project management techniques to oversee deliverables, mitigate risks, and adapt to changing priorities, while demonstrating initiative and accountability in your work.
• Excellent relationship-building, collaboration, and influencing skills to ensure policy recommendations are well-informed by a range of perspectives and supported by key stakeholders.
• Effective communication skills—both written and verbal—enabling you to present information, insights, and ideas in a clear, persuasive, and audience-appropriate manner.

Desirable

• Previous experience working within the VPS.

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