• Permanent Part Time  – 30.4 hours per week (Flexible)
• $89,731.66 - $97,687.59 (pro rata) + super

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 Social Strategy 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 Social Strategy 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.

Further information can be obtained by seeing the Position Description below or contacting the Senior Coordinator Social Strategy, Julia Bennett-Mitrovski on 9205 5490.

 707200 - Policy Advisor - Position Description - May 2021.pdf

Please note: In your application, the selection panel will assess your CV against the technical skills, abilities, and qualifications of the Position Description as well as your separate responses to the Key Selection Criteria.

*This position is subject to satisfactory Police Check, proof of COVID-19 double Vaccination 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.

Yarra City Council is committed to being a child safe organisation and supports flexible and accessible working arrangements for all. This includes people with a disability, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islanders, culturally, religiously and linguistically diverse people, young people, older people, women, and people who identify as gay, lesbian, bisexual, transgender, intersex or queer. 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.