Business Advisor, EIR

About this role

About the role
Reporting to the Senior Business Advisor, you'll provide high-quality governance and advisory support across the EIR branch. Your responsibilities will include:

• Supporting the development, implementation and monitoring of branch plans, policies and procedures
• Driving internal communications and engagement initiatives
• Coordinating internal and external reporting obligations
• Leading or contributing to strategic and operational projects across the EIR branch and the broader VEC

This role offers an exciting opportunity to apply your creative problem-solving, communication, and strategic thinking skills to design and deliver innovative solutions that strengthen the integrity and impact of electoral operations in Victoria. You'll also be responsible for delivering administrative support to the Directors and wider team, ensuring alignment with the branch's strategic objectives.

What you'll bring to the role
You are a strong communicator with a proactive and adaptable approach. You're a problem solver with an eye for detail and a collaborative mindset.

Ideally, you'll have:

• Demonstrated experience in business administration, governance, or policy development
• Excellent stakeholder management and communication skills
• A commitment to continuous improvement and operational excellence
• A passion for public service and democratic engagement

We're looking for someone who exemplifies the VEC's core values of Independence, Accountability, Respect, Collaboration, and Innovation.

How to apply
All applicants must submit:

• a current CV and
• a separate document with responses to the following Key Selection Criteria (KSC) as listed in the position description:
• 6.1 – Business acumen
• 6.3 – Communication
• 6.5 – Creative problem solving

Applications should be lodged online via the Apply Now button (below). The VEC can only accept applications lodged via Victorian Government Careers website.

Applications close at 11:59pm on Sunday, 18 May 2025.

We highly encourage Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, people with disabilities and culturally and linguistically diverse people to apply. We are committed to diversity and inclusion in our workplaces with the people we employ, and at the ballot box with the people we serve. We aim to create a workplace that is inclusive, equitable, and safe for all. We understand that candidates may need adjustments in the recruitment process and/or workplace. For any questions or request for accommodations, please e-mail PeopleMailbox@vec.vic.gov.au. Successful applicants will be required to satisfy character clearance requirements, including but not limited to Nationally Coordinated Criminal History Check (NCCHC) and working with children check. In accordance with Section 17A of the Electoral Act 2002, the VEC may ask applicants to disclose specific political activities that could compromise the perceived independence of the organisation. Learn more about disclosing political activities.

VEC contact details

For further information please contact Loren Lawford on (03) 8620 1260 or email loren.lawford@vec.vic.gov.au