Senior Adviser

• Salary: $113,022 - $136,747 (Plus Superannuation)
• Fixed term role: 2 years
• Usual hours of work: Full time (flexibility may be available)
• Usual work location: 121 Exhibition Street, Melbourne (flexibility may be available)

This is a prioritised position for people with disability in accordance with the Special Measures provision of the Equal Opportunity Act 2010 (Vic). People with disability are strongly encouraged to apply and will be given priority consideration for this role.

The Role

The Senior Adviser will provide high level strategic support and advice to the Deputy Secretary on a range of matters impacting the Tourism, Sport and Major Events, Community Sport and Outdoor Recreation portfolios.

Main accountabilities:

• Makes decisions in situations where there is some, but not definitive, precedent about the application of an organisational framework 
• Contributes to strategic business planning Interprets and applies business plans and policies in own area of responsibility and provides advice to others on implementation issues
• Innovative thinking and analysis influences developments within area of responsibility
• Initiates and maintains relationships with peer and senior internal and external stakeholders 

The Team

The position of Senior Adviser forms a part of the Office of the Deputy Secretary within the Sport and Experience Economy group.

The Sport and Experience Economy Group delivers programs and initiatives to support positive experiences and a sense of belonging through sport, tourism and events and outdoor recreation – sectors that make Victoria a recognised leader from the grassroots level to the international stage.

About You

The successful candidate will ideally have the following skills and experience:

• Critical Thinking and Problem Solving: Takes into account wider business context within business unit when considering options to resolve issues.
• Resilience: Keeps self and others calm when under pressure; Is decisive and charts course of actions enabling teams to resolve a challenging situation
• Innovation and Continuous Improvement: Reviews and analyses internal and external information to improve effectiveness and quality of work

Further Information

For a confidential discussion, please contact Jessica Finster, Senior Manager, Office of the Deputy Secretary on jessica.finster@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: We are committed to inclusive recruitment. 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 Talent Acquisition Team on 0472 875 685, or via email at recruitment@ecodev.vic.gov.au with the position number in the subject line.

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 addressing the key selection criteria outlined in the position description.

Applications close at 23:59pm on 26 March 2026.