Director - Portfolio Analysis

About this role

• Join a high performing and supportive team
• SES1 - $225,000 - $290,600 TRP
• 5-year fixed term, full time opportunity

About us

The Department of Treasury and Finance provides economic, financial and resource management advice to help the Victorian Government deliver its policies. We strive for excellence in financial and economic management to improve the lives of all Victorians.

Portfolio Analysis Group

The Portfolio Analysis Group (PA) plays a key role in the delivery of the State Budget, monitoring financial and non-financial performance by Departments and assisting Departments to manage a variety of budget issues and pressures. It also provides advice on departmental and agency reviews and provides Budget advice to Cabinet and Cabinet sub-committees. PA's working environment is dynamic and fast paced and requires flexibility and adaptive approaches from its staff as work in PA often includes working across a range of portfolio issues and products.

About the role

As a Director of Portfolio Analysis, you will provide advice to Government on department-specific and other Budget policy and resource management issues, including for the annual State Budget and financial reporting.

Key accountabilities

This position has the following responsibilities:

• Providing advice to Government on department-specific and other Budget policy and resource management issues, including for the annual State Budget and financial reporting
• Building and maintaining effective relationships within the Department of Treasury and Finance and with other departments and portfolio agencies
• Leading improvements in the provision of high-level analysis and advice to Government and senior management on budget-wide issues including implementing reform initiatives
• Leading a team, including mentoring, coaching and managing the professional development of staff
• Working collaboratively with other executive officers to manage the group's staff and deliverables and implementing strategies to build group capability

About you

• Highly developed conceptual and analytical skills including a record of achievement in the provision of strategic advice and financial analysis to senior management or government
• Proven ability to contribute innovatively to fiscal, resource allocation and/or service delivery policy, processes and reform directions
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills including an ability to distil and communicate complex issues with significant implications
• Demonstrated ability to build productive relationships with stakeholders and strong negotiation skills
• Proven ability to develop effective working relationships, lead and motivate a team of professionals and create a positive workplace culture

Experience and qualifications

• A strong background in the provision of advice to senior management and other clients, development of policy and financial analysis
• Experience in implementing strategic initiatives in a complex policy and financial environment to achieve outcomes consistent with business objectives
• Extensive experience in public administration
• Experience leading a team and working as part of a senior management group

About our culture

We aim to be a model employer providing an inclusive workplace that is understanding and respectful of differences such as gender, identity, race, disability or age. In addition, we are committed to supporting Aboriginal pathways between education and employment.

The Department strives to create an environment that supports a flexible and adaptive workforce. All requests for flexible working arrangements will be considered in line with operational requirements.

How to apply

For more information about the position and key selection criteria, please refer to the position description. If you have specific questions regarding the role, please contact Mark Johnstone at Mark.Johnstone@dtf.vic.gov.au

To apply, select the ‘Apply Now' button and provide a copy of your resume and cover letter summarising your skills and relevant experience. Applications close at midnight, 25 May 2025. If you require a copy of this advertisement in an accessible format, please contact the Recruitment team.

Covid-19 Vaccination

DTF is committed to providing and maintaining a working environment which is safe and without risk to the health of its employees and clients and consistent with the department's obligations under the Occupational Health and Safety Act 2004 (OH&S Act). To support this DTF has a COVID-19 Vaccination policy which strongly recommends all DTF employees be fully vaccinated.