Organisation: Department of Premier and Cabinet
Occupation: Policy
Reference: VG/1838768
An exciting opportunity exists for a talented and highly motivated individual to join the Economic Development and International Branch as Policy Adviser at the Department of Premier and Cabinet.
The Policy Adviser will provide analysis and advice to the Premier and senior DPC executives on the Economic Growth, Jobs and Industry and Medical Research portfolios in a dynamic and fast-paced work environment.
The work includes reviewing and assessing cabinet submissions, policy proposals, business cases and the preparation of high-quality written advice and briefings on these issues.
The position requires flexibility to respond quickly to rapid change, strong policy and planning capability, and collaboration and engagement across the Victorian public service to deliver a varied work agenda.
About youAs our ideal candidate you will have:
Demonstrated experience in preparing analysis and advice on policy and projects in a public sector and/or industry environment.Excellent written communication skills, including the ability to prepare briefs, letters, emails and reports.Proven ability to establish and maintain relationships with people at all levels and from different backgrounds and organisations.Demonstrated influence and negotiation skills to gain agreement to proposals and ideas and explores alternatives to gain agreement without foregoing key objectives.Strong planning and organising skills, including ability to identify processes, tasks and resources required to achieve a goal; uses systems and procedures to plan work and monitor progress.Commitment to continuous development including through seeking feedback and opportunity to develop new skills.How to apply:Apply before the advertised closing date.
All applications should include:
a resume; anda cover letter which addresses the key selection criteria (within three pages).The closing date is Thursday, 23 January 2025. This position is only open to applicants with relevant rights to work in Australia. Other relevant informationThe department 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, DPC has a COVID-19 Vaccination policy which strongly recommends all DPC employees be fully vaccinated.
Preferred candidates will be required to complete a Pre-employment Declaration and Consent form.
Employment of successful candidates will be subject to a National Police Check.
DPC actively promotes diversity, inclusion and an equal opportunity workplace.
We welcome applicants from all diverse backgrounds, including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples and people with disabilities.
All roles at DPC can be worked flexibly, however it may differ from role to role.
For further inquiries, please contact Eksath Bhareti, Manager, Economic Development | (03) 9922 8263
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