Policy Advisor
Temporary - Part Time – 22.8 hours until 25 September 2026
Band 6 - starting at $97,222.14 (pro rata) + super
Why You’ll Want to Join Us
- Supportive and Friendly team environment where we value growth and development
- Hybrid/flexible working arrangements and an emphasis on work/life balance
- Work in a dynamic and collaborative environment
About the Role
Are you interested in addressing complex social issues in a dynamic inner-city context? Do you have a passion in turning research into action? We have an exciting position for a Policy Advisor to join our passionate, talented and highly collaborative Policy and Partnerships team.
In addition to driving the development, implementation and evaluation of a diverse range of strategic portfolio areas, you will oversee the delivery of multiple social strategies. The work of the Ageing, Equity and Community Development Branch is strongly influenced by evidence-based and social determinants approaches and focuses on building connections, sustaining excellent stakeholder relationships and integrating best-practice responses.
To apply, you’ll need tertiary qualifications in the social sciences, public policy or a related field and a proven track record in applied research, project management and/or evaluation in a local government or comparable context.
Yarra City Council is an Exciting and Flexible Organisation. We pride ourselves on inclusive culture and development of staff. We aim to make a positive difference in people’s lives and continually improve service to the community..
Need More Info?
For further information see the Position Description or contact the Senior Coordinator Policy and Partnerships, Julia Bennett-Mitrovski on 03 9205 5555.
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Applications close on Wednesday 04 March 2026 at 11:55pm.
How to Apply
In your application, please include/attach your Resume and 1-page Cover Letter. In your Cover Letter, provide a brief overview addressing the Key Selection Criteria (KSC) as outlined in the Position Description. A separate document addressing KSC is not required.
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.
At Yarra Every Job is a Climate Job! Acting on the climate emergency requires that we change the way we think, make decisions, and prioritise action. We must embed proactive climate responses in the ways we govern, live our lives, and conduct our work. Every choice we make today and into the future will have an impact; this is true for Council and the community.
Acknowledging the scale of this crisis, at Yarra we are committed to ensuring that every job is a climate job meaning that each staff member will play a key role in shaping our climate response.
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We draw pride and strength from our diversity, remain open to new approaches and actively foster an inclusive workplace that celebrates the contribution made by all our people.
