Senior Policy Officer

 

Main characteristics

Location

Melbourne, Victoria

Company

City of Melbourne

Employment type

Full time

Category

Government & Defence

Job summary

$111,875-$$125,910 (depending on experience) plus 10% Superannuation

Permanent Opportunity

We are the City of Melbourne, a City of possibility and place to be bold and inspirational.

We are rapidly transforming to meet the evolving challenges faced by a global city. With a vision of being a leading organisation for a leading capital city, our mission is to create positive impact for our community. Each day, we work with passion and purpose so that together we achieve incredible things.

Together we Make the Difference

How this position will Make the Difference to City of Melbourne

The Senior Policy Officer is responsible for building internal capacity of the organisation and influence key stakeholders and communicate key issues and opportunities to increase the supply of affordable housing across the municipality. The purpose of this role is to deliver high quality research and advice regarding the issues of affordable housing and to effectively deliver the five key priorities of the Affordable Housing Strategy:Deliver more affordable rental housing on City of Melbourne-owned landAdvocate for increased investment and systemic change for better housing outcomesFacilitate more affordable rental housing through the planning systemPartner with governments, industry, peak bodies and the community to increase affordable rental housingRespond to the COVID-19 crisis with affordable rental housing

What you will bring (Selection criteria)Ability to demonstrate and display City of Melbourne Values accountability, integrity, courage, respect for self and others, and striving for excellence.Ability to articulate and demonstrate benefits of positive culture and values.Analytical and lateral thinking skills and the ability to take the initiative, drive change and implement innovationsInter-personal, negotiation and persuasion skills with the ability to use discretion and judgement.Proven experience managing issues within a highly political and complex environmentQualification in urban planning, social science or economics or eligibility for affiliate membership of the Planning Institute of Australia (PIA) and a current Victorian Drivers Licence"Analytical and lateral thinking skills and the ability to take the initiative, drive change and implement innovations.Substantial experience in strategic planning and policy development with a high level analytical and conceptual capability, and ability to devise innovative and practical recommendations to resolve issues and progress affordable housing goals in accordance with relevant legislation.

Desirable expertise / experienceEconomic analysis and data analysis skillsKnowledge of GIS and Map Information computer programs

By joining us, you will become part of a remarkable team who work in a constructive and inclusive culture to shape the future of this city. Together, we champion difference, celebrate achievement and recognise positive impact.

To view the physical requirements of this position, please see below under Position Information.

It is a mandatory requirement of the City Of Melbourne for all employees to be fully vaccinated against COVID-19

How to apply

As part of the online application form you are required to:attach your resumeattach a separate cover letter, responding to the selection criteria (no more than two pages), as listed above under What you will bring

Please address your covering letter to Jo Cannington, Manager-Affordable Housing.

Applications will be accepted up until 11:45pm Monday 23 May 2022.

For those interested in working with us, the City of Melbourne offers a great range of benefits. If you have any questions, or for more information, please contact [Apply online]

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City of Melbourne is proud to be a workplace that champions diversity. Our commitment is for our people to be safe, included and supported so that they can be at their best. As an equal opportunity employer, we encourage applications from people regardless of their gender identity and expression, ethnicity, cultural background, sexual orientation, disability and age. We look for the right values, skills and knowledge to build our capabilities so that we can best deliver for our community.

Enquiries: Jo Cannington
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Applications Close: 23/05/2022