Senior Advisor, Adoption Practice and Reform
Core
Lead the practice and reform team to shape adoption policy and law reform across Victoria, guiding projects that support adoption services for children and families.
Role type
Senior Advisor (Policy & Law Reform)
Builds
Policy proposals, law reform plans, advice briefings, and reports for senior leaders and government.
Domain
Public sector / Child welfare / Adoption law
Required skills
Policy development, law reform, team leadership, government decision-making, legal knowledge, complex issue research, sensitive issue management, strategic reporting
Preferred skills
Knowledge of adoption laws and services, understanding of Cabinet and Parliament processes, strong writing and problem-solving skills
Technologies
None stated
Responsibilities
Lead complex policy work and prepare clear advice, briefings and reports for senior leaders and government; guide law reform by developing policy proposals and plans for changes to adoption laws; manage sensitive complaints, correspondence and responses to oversight bodies; lead responses to reviews and inquiries; support and develop the team and guide legal matters linked to adoption
Seniority
Senior, hands-on IC with team leadership