Strategic Adviser, Communications & Engagement Job posted: 18/11/2024
Occupation: Communications, Marketing and Media
Reference: VG/1831743
The Department of Health plays a critical role in the Victorian health system and is responsible for shaping it to meet the health needs of all Victorians.
We're focused on supporting Victorians to be as healthy as they can; whether through alerting them to seasonal risks like thunderstorm asthma, notifying them of contact with communicable diseases, safeguarding their drinking water, developing the best health, wellbeing and care facilities in the world, being at the forefront of mental health and wellbeing treatment or accelerating medical research.
About the role:
The Strategic Advisor leads a small team responsible for providing high level executive advice and support to the Chief Communications Officer (CCO) on a broad range of issues and projects.
This role provides strategic and operational support to the CCO, the Executive team, and the broader branch.
Working closely with the CCO, the Strategic Adviser provides high-level executive and project support including strategic advice, horizon scanning, forward planning, preparing high quality documents and presentations, developing critical internal relationships, and implementing strategies to enable the achievement of branch priorities and the effectiveness of branch operations.
The Strategic Adviser leads a small team (the Directorate) that is the central coordination point for the Communications and Engagement branch.
This role oversees systems and processes that support the branch to be effective.
How you'll make a difference:
Provide high level executive advice and support to the CCO on a broad range of issues and projects by monitoring and responding to incoming issues, anticipating requirements, and providing recommendations on courses of action.
Provide a range of high-level supports to the CCO and Executive team including implementing strategies to enable the achievement of key strategic priorities and the effectiveness of branch operations.
Lead a small team (the Directorate) that delivers the operational needs of the branch across administration, recruitment, finance, risk, procurement, sponsorships and reporting requirements.
Develop and maintain relationships with key internal stakeholders including the Executive team, other Divisions and the Office of the Secretary.
Prepare and quality control executive-level speaking notes, stakeholder briefs, emails, presentations, papers, briefings and reports incorporating information from across the branch and other areas of the Department.
Represent the branch on operational internal committees and meetings.
Suitable applicants will be able to demonstrate:
A tertiary qualification in fields related to public administration or business management would be desirable.
Demonstrated understanding of the public service and the operation of government or a similar complex business environment.
What we offer:
The opportunity to perform meaningful work, making direct contributions toward enabling Victorians to be the healthiest people in the world.
A wide range of growth and development opportunities within the department and wider Victorian Public Service & Sector.
A strong commitment to work-life balance, including a diverse array of flexible working arrangements.
How to apply:
Applications should include a resume and a cover letter.
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Job type: Full time
Job classification: VPSG6
Contact: Simone Williams |
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