THE ROLE

The Principal Adviser is responsible for the management of strategic projects, fostering key internal and external relationships, event management, change management processes, area communications and the provision of high level support to the Area Executive Director and the area executive.

This is achieved by:

• providing internal consultancy to members of the area executive
• undertaking and managing projects in areas of specific importance and innovation
• managing processes to ensure the area meets its performance on the completion of ministerial correspondence and briefings
• undertaking research and coordinating the collection of evidence and data which support innovation and service improvement
• developing and maintaining strong and effective relationships with stakeholders across the department and the sector.

ACCOUNTABILITIES INCLUDE

1. Lead key projects on behalf of the area or Area Executive Director, ensuring that project outcomes align with government and departmental objectives.
2. Oversee the management of the full life cycle of projects to meet departmental objectives including:
   • ensuring that research, project development, analysis and implementation of complex projects is based on defined outcomes and outputs.
   • The management and oversight of projects or sub-projects is accountable and delivers the projects/sub-projects within resourcing, timeline and budget
3. Provide high level expertise and authoritative advice, including autonomously where required, ensuring that any advice conforms to departmental or divisional guidelines, plans, protocols or frameworks.

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HOW TO APPLY

Applicants are encouraged to apply online. Attachments can be uploaded in .doc, .docx, .pdf, .txt or .rtf formats.
Applicants are required to submit a CV and Cover Letter (max 2 pages) outlining their suitability to the role in line with the Key Selection Criteria. 
Applicants must be an Australian Citizen, Permanent Resident or hold a valid work permit or visa. Work eligibility will be checked as part of the recruitment process. 
Preferred candidates will be required to complete pre-employment screening, including a national police check and misconduct screening.

For more information on working with us and our recruitment process, please visit Department of Families, Fairness and Housing Victoria | Jobs (www.dffh.vic.gov.au/jobs)

Please apply to submit your interest in this position.