Strategic Adviser

Job Description

Applications close Thursday 20 February 2025 at 11.59PM Overview Work type: Full time Salary: $134,593 - $180,115 Grade: VPSG6 Occupation: Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander services Location: CBD Reference: VG/1843206An exciting opportunity exists for a talented and passionate individual to join the First Peoples-State Relations Group in the Community Relations & Heritage branch as a Strategic Adviser at Department of Premier and Cabinet. This is a unique opportunity to work in new and innovative ways that recognise First Peoples as the self-determining drivers of Aboriginal affairs in Victoria. This role will contribute to the ground-breaking work of the Group in the areas of truth, treaty, self-determination and cultural rights. The First Peoples - State Relations Group supports an extensive program of priority work with First Peoples, applying a strong understanding of self-determination to our work practices and in providing clear and robust advice to the Minister for Treaty and First Peoples, the Premier, Cabinet and senior executives within the Group. As the Strategic Adviser you will lead and facilitate the delivery of priority policy and projects for the Community Relations and Heritage Division. Successful applicants will be highly adaptable and experienced in delivering high-priority and complex projects and collaborating with senior stakeholders. The First Peoples - State Relations Group recognises the invaluable contribution of existing Aboriginal staff and is committed to promoting Aboriginal leadership as reflected in the Group's executive team. Our new and innovative ways of working are made possible by the strategic leadership of Aboriginal leaders. The Group welcomes applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people and strongly encourages all Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people interested in these positions to apply. We support flexible working arrangements, including part-time and job share arrangements, and strongly encourage people living in both metropolitan and regional areas within Victoria to apply. We are committed to empowering staff from all diverse backgrounds, promoting cultural safety and supporting ongoing learning for staff. About you To succeed in this role, you will have: Demonstrated experience in delivering high-priority and/or complex projects with limited direction. Exceptional written communication skills, including ability to prepare and edit complex briefs, correspondence, submissions and reports ensuring that they contain the information necessary to achieve their purpose and meet audience needs. Strong analytical, conceptual and problem-solving skills and demonstrated experience in applying these skills to develop options for complex stakeholder issues where diverse interests need to be considered. Highly developed interpersonal and negotiation skills, with an ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships, provide advice on processes and policies, and work effectively with a diverse range of internal and external stakeholders. Strong project management, planning and organisational skills including the ability to be agile and adaptative in a dynamic environment. Mandatory: Knowledge and understanding of Aboriginal affairs policy, legislation and frameworks relevant to Victoria. How to apply Apply before the advertised closing date. All applications should include: a resume; and a cover letter which addresses the key selection criteria (within three pages). This position is only open to applicants with relevant rights to work in Australia. Other relevant information The 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). 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. PC 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. Applications close Thursday 20 February 2025 at 11.59PM. #J-18808-Ljbffr