Senior Policy Adviser (Multiple Roles)

Senior Policy Advisor
* Salary: $106,534 – $128,897 (Plus Superannuation)
* Ongoing role
* Usual hours of work: Full time (flexibility may be available)
* Usual work location: 121 Exhibition Street, Melbourne (flexibility may be available)
The Role
Accountabilities include but not limited to:
* Participate in specialist project teams established to address priority issues across the department's portfolio areas
* Analyse data, collate evidence and engage with stakeholders
* Produce concise and compelling reports, briefs and submissions
* Establish and manage stakeholder relationships to ensure the effective delivery of projects
* Employ best practice project management disciplines to ensure projects are delivered on time and to the agreed scope and objectives
The Team
The position of Senior Policy Advisor forms a part of the Economic Policy, Projects and Coordination Group and Priority Projects Unit. This unit supports the department with strategy development, priority reforms and problem-solving across the department in collaboration with relevant branches and stakeholders. The unit operates like an internal management consulting team. We are focused on delivering value to our clients through strong project management disciplines, structured thinking, robust data analysis and compelling communication.
About You
As a Senior Policy Adviser, you will work on priority projects across the department's portfolios including jobs, skills, investment attraction, industry development, innovation, regional and suburban development, the creative industries, sport, tourism and major events.
You will be a part of a high-performing team that operates like an internal management consulting firm to support joined-up strategy and policy development across the department.
Further Information
For a confidential discussion, please contact Brent Carney, Principal Policy Adviser at brent.carney@ecodev.vic.gov.au.
The department is committed to creating and maintaining a child safe organisation. We have zero tolerance of child abuse and are committed to taking the necessary steps to protect children from harm by adopting a preventative, proactive and participatory approach to child safety in accordance with the Child Safe Standards.
Successful candidates will be required to undergo a National Police Records Check prior to commencing employment with the Department. For further information on the position, please refer to the attached position description.
Please note: If you require an adjustment to participate in any stage of the recruitment process or have a particular requirement to be communicated with by either telephone or email only, please notify the DJSIR Recruitment Team at recruitment@ecodev.vic.gov.au with the position number in the subject line.
We respect and welcome people of all backgrounds, genders, sexualities, abilities, and cultures.
How to Apply
Please click the ‘Apply Now' button. As part of the application process, you will need to provide a copy of your resume and a cover letter.
Applications close at midnight on Tuesday 16 April 2024.