The Cabinet, Communications and Corporate group is responsible for providing core whole of government and departmental services. The group is responsible for overseeing Cabinet management, strategic communications, engagement and protocol (including behavioural insights), corporate governance, public sector reform and the department's corporate services. The group delivers high quality and responsive support and services across a range of disciplines to provide integrated, contemporary and innovative solutions to enable the department to deliver on its objectives.

The Corporate Governance branch undertakes a range of organisational projects to support DPC in achieving governance requirements. These projects include: coordination of DPC's annual budget submission; reporting departmental performance measures, including reports and plans; managing DPC's business continuity program; coordination of Public Accounts and Estimates Committee hearing preparation and response to questions; managing DPC's risk and internal audit activities; and maintaining and advising on DPC's suite of insurance covers.

As the Adviser, you will work in a fast-paced and collaborative environment, and promote transparent and accountable government through supporting departmental budget and performance reporting to Parliament, the Premier, Ministers and senior executives. 

About you 

As our ideal candidate, you will have:

• understanding of government decision making processes, policies and procedures, and of public sector accountability and institutions
• demonstrated ability to prepare complex briefs, emails and reports 
• demonstrated ability to establish and maintain relationships 

Working with us, you can make a difference not just in your career, but in the community where you work and live.

The closing date for this position is midnight Tuesday 6 July 2021.

In accordance with the Jobs and Skills Exchange Policy, only Victorian Public Service employees or those with extended access to the Jobs and Skills Exchange are eligible to apply for this position. Employees on labour hire contracts, such as agency staff and contractors, are not eligible to apply for this position.

Please note: Due to COVID-19 restrictions, working remotely arrangements are in place.

This position is only open to applicants with relevant rights to work in Australia.

How to apply: Apply before the advertised closing date, all applications should include:

• a resume
• a cover letter which addresses the key selection criteria (within three pages)

Other relevant information:

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.