Senior Adviser

THE ROLE

The Senior Adviser will work within the Information Technology Services Branch and will report into the Portfolio Manager (Housing). The role works across the Housing portfolio to provide strategic advice and guidance to stakeholders and respond to their ICT needs by socialising potential technology innovations. In addition, the Senior Adviser uses various online tools to support their day-to-day responsibilities.

As a customer advocate, they will be outcome focussed for the delivery of innovative digital solutions with an agile and user centred approach to realise a great user experience.

ACCOUNTABILITIES INCLUDE

• Engage with a wide range of stakeholders to articulate and shape technology needs that align with current IT and business strategies by:
  1. Developing concept briefs;
  2. Consult with internal clients and stakeholders documenting their high-level business needs;
  3. Provide timely and accurate reporting on project and portfolio management to senior executives as required;
  4. Support and maintain effective governance across portfolios and related programs of work.
• Undertake the identification, analysis and review of stakeholder needs to determine the most appropriate solution and strategies to minimise impacts.
• Maintains knowledge of multiple business functions and initiatives to identify where conflict / synergies exist between technologies and business functions, incorporating an Enterprise Architecture approach. 

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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.