Senior Policy Advisor
Permanent, Full Time
Band 7: $108,545.62 - $121,358.57 + super + RDO
Why You’ll Want to Join Us
- Award-winning organisation-wide Health and Wellbeing initiatives
- Work in a dynamic and collaborative environment
- Hybrid/flexible working arrangements and an emphasis on work/life balance
At City of Yarra, policy is how we turn evidence and community insight into practical action. We’re seeking an experienced Senior Policy Advisor to join our Policy and Partnerships Unit and deliver high-quality policy and strategy work across a diverse social and community wellbeing portfolio.
You’ll lead end-to-end policy projects in a fast-paced inner-city environment, from research and analysis through to implementation and evaluation. The work is informed by evidence-based practice and social determinants approaches, and requires strong judgement, clear writing and the ability to work across organisational boundaries.
The portfolio spans complex issues including community wellbeing, health equity, access and inclusion, ageing well, social planning and strategic partnerships. You’ll work closely with internal leads and external stakeholders to support Council and executive decision-making and deliver place-based outcomes.
In this role, you will:
- lead applied research and translate evidence into practical policy advice
- develop and oversee strategies, action plans and policy frameworks
- prepare high-quality reports, briefings and submissions
- build effective stakeholder relationships
- embed evaluation and continuous improvement
You’ll bring tertiary qualifications in social sciences, public policy or a related field, and experience delivering complex policy projects in local government or a comparable setting. You’ll be comfortable managing multiple priorities and providing clear, well-reasoned advice.
We offer flexible working arrangements, a supportive team environment, and a strong organisational commitment to health, wellbeing and inclusion.
For further information, please refer to the Position Description or contact the Senior Coordinator Policy and Partnerships, Julia Bennett-Mitrovski, at julia.bennett-mitrovski@yarracity.vic.gov.au using the subject line “Senior Policy Advisor enquiry or phone (03) 9205 5490.
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In your application, please address the key selection criteria in your cover letter. The selection panel will assess your cover letter and CV against the technical skills, abilities, and qualifications of the Position Description.
Additional Information
This position is subject to satisfactory Police Check to ensure eligibility to work in the sector and a pre-employment medical assessment prior to commencement. Pre-employment checks are not used by Yarra City Council to prevent any applicant from applying for this position. Each application will be considered on its merits.
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