Principal Adviser

THE ROLE

The Principal Adviser position has a broad range of business management functions to support the Area's Directorate and program operations. The portfolios overseen by the Principal Adviser includes governance, planning, performance, communications, quality, complaints and risk management. We also provide business support for business continuity, project management and general workforce support.

The Principal Adviser supports the critical operations of the Area and provides high-level strategic advice to the Executive Director, Director Child Protection and Program Managers. The position supports the delivery of outputs for the Area, and regularly liaises with a wide range of client, community, staff and inter-governmental stakeholders.

ACCOUNTABILITIES INCLUDE

• Provide high-level specialist advice and support on a range of strategic policy and operational matters.
• Review, prepare, and present detailed, comprehensive reports, briefs, cabinet and agency submissions on complex policy and operational issues as well as preparing regular and ad hoc reports and correspondence.
• Pro-actively build and maintain effective working relationships and facilitate the flow of information across the department and with key external stakeholders and identify areas and opportunities for improvement

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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.