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
• 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.
• supporting the Division and Area in both internal and external strategic planning processes.

ACCOUNTABILITIES INCLUDE

• Lead key projects on behalf of the area or Area Executive Director, ensuring that project outcomes align with government and departmental objectives.
• 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.
• Provide leadership, guidance, and authoritative advice to internal and external stakeholders and prepare and present detailed, comprehensive reports, ministerial briefs, and submissions on complex matters.

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COVID-19 VACCINATION
The department strongly recommends (but does not mandate) that employees maintain their COVID-19 vaccination status in accordance with current ATAGI (Australian Technical Advisory Group on Immunisation) advice, given their individual circumstances. As of June 2023, DFFH does not require evidence of COVID-19 vaccination status.

HOW TO APPLY

All VPS employees (and ex-VPS employees with extended access to the Jobs and Skills Exchange website) MUST apply via the Jobs and Skills Exchange (JSE) <https://jse.vic.gov.au/user/login?destination=/new-home-page> portal.

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.