Organisation: Department of Transport and Planning
Occupation: Administration/Secretarial
Reference: 3995
About the Role The Departmental Liaison Officer provides high-level support to the Minister, Minister's Office, the Secretary and the Department, acting as a conduit for the efficient channelling of complex information and advice as well as the coordination of Ministerial Briefings, Correspondence, Cabinet Matters and Parliamentary Business.
The Departmental Liaison Officer works with limited supervision and plays a key role in managing and coordinating the administrative and communication requirements and protocols between the Minister's office and the Department, including the monitoring and tracking of departmental responses to ministerial office requests. The position has a key quality assurance role with regards to briefings, correspondence and other documentation, ensuring that they are consistent with applicable protocols and standards.
The DTP is seeking a candidate with in-depth knowledge of departmental structures and protocols, strong organisational and analytical abilities, and adeptness at working independently within set parameters and timelines.
Facilitate strong working relationships between the Minister's office and the Department and other ministerial offices, as required, by ensuring a smooth flow of information and complex advice.Manage and coordinate administrative and communication requirements and protocols between the Minister's office and the Department, including the monitoring and tracking of departmental responses to ministerial office requests.Provide final quality assurance for briefings, correspondence and other documentation from the Department including consistency with applicable protocols.Assist and advise the Secretary, senior departmental officers and ministerial staff on relevant administrative and other matters, encouraging the Department's responsiveness to the operational requirements of the Minister.Contribute to a positive team culture and provide assistance to the broader DLO team and across the Governance and Portfolio Services Branch as required.Liaise effectively across the DLO/ BSO network, and with staff at all levels in the group and the Department as a wholeProvide support across the Governance & Portfolio Services Division as required.Qualifications and Experience Knowledge of or familiarity with the Transport and Planning Sector policy environment.Experience in the use of Microsoft Office 365 and Government eBriefings system (or similar).What we offer Meaningful work shaping transportation systems and urban planningProfessional growth and development opportunitiesCollaboration and teamwork with diverse stakeholdersImpact on the community's quality of lifeWork-life balance initiatives and flexible work arrangementsCompetitive remuneration and benefits packagesProfessional networking opportunitiesCulture Value We are an equal opportunity employer, embracing a diverse range of applicants such as veterans, and people who identify as Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander, LGBTQIA community members, individuals with disabilities and/or health conditions, as well as those from varied faith and cultural backgrounds. At our department, we prioritize the development of a safe, inclusive, and high-performance culture through shared actions and behaviours that align with our strategy and direction. This empowers our employees to effectively contribute to our goals.
This position is only open to applicants with relevant rights to work in Australia. Applications are only accepted that are submitted via the online portal. Email/manual applications will not be considered. How to Apply Click the 'Apply' button and follow the prompts. Applications should include a resume and a cover letter. Applications close 9:00 PM on Monday 20th of May 2024. For further information about the role please contact Kristy Heaney – Manager Ministerial Services via 0405 042 750 Preferred applicants will be required to complete a police check and may be subject to other pre-employment checks. Information provided to the Department of Transport and Planning will be treated in the strictest confidence.
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Job type:Ongoing - Full Time
Job classification:VPSG4
Contact:****** - Manager Ministerial Services Kristy Heaney - 0405042750
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