Job type: Full time / Fixed term until: 16-JAN-2026
Organisation: Department of Families, Fairness and Housing
Occupation: Policy
Reference: VG/DFFH/OOS/719039A
The Department of Families, Fairness and Housing (DFFH) works hard to create equal opportunities for all Victorians to live a safe, respected and valued life.
Our areas of focus are child protection, housing, disability, the prevention of family violence, multicultural affairs, LGBTIQA+ equality, veterans, women, and youth.
The work we do benefits thousands of Victorians, particularly those who are disadvantaged and vulnerable.
We work in a variety of community-based settings, including people's homes, residential facilities, and secure settings across metropolitan, rural, and regional Victoria.
We are committed to developing and supporting a workforce that is well equipped and highly motivated.
All jobs can be worked flexibly, and we encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people and people from diverse backgrounds and abilities.
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THE ROLE Working within the high-performing and collaborative Office of the Secretary team, the Advisor provides high-quality advice and support to the Secretary on a range of issues.
The Advisor brings critical thinking skills, analysis, and the ability to test assumptions to their work and is able to operate with discretion, diplomacy, and clarity.
The Advisor plays a key role in supporting the quality of briefings and timely delivery of materials to the Secretary, portfolio ministers, and external stakeholders, and works closely with the Deputy Secretary Offices to uplift briefing quality and processes.
The Advisor also supports the Secretary by coordinating briefings for Secretary meetings with ministers.
The position regularly liaises with a wide range of internal stakeholders and operates with a high level of professionalism, initiative, and collaboration.
This role operates in a complex and demanding environment, requiring the capacity to effectively work as part of a team with attention to detail, liaise effectively with senior executives, and build collaborative relationships with key stakeholders.
This role provides an excellent opportunity for someone who is:
Passionate about the work of the department and looking for an opportunity to gain wide insights into the department's portfolios.A critical thinker who is seeking an opportunity to broaden understanding of government processes and portfolio expertise.Driven to achieve high standards and effectively engage with stakeholders to get results.Ready to strengthen conceptual and analytical abilities and writing skills in a whole of department context.Able to manage multiple priorities in a very dynamic, demanding, and changing environment.ACCOUNTABILITIES INCLUDE Develop, maintain, and enhance key relationships with internal and external stakeholders, including Ministers' offices, central agencies, and departmental staff.Contribute to strategic projects led by the Office of the Secretary, working with a high level of accountability and confidentiality.Provide quality assurance in both technical and conceptual domains for departmental briefings to ensure high quality, accurate advice is provided to the Secretary and Ministers.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) portal. Applicants are encouraged to apply online.
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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.
Please apply to submit your interest in this position.
Job classification:VPSG4
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