Executive Director, Office of the Secretary

2 weeks ago


Melbourne, Victoria, Australia at Full time
Executive Director, Office of the Secretary

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Executive Director, Office of the Secretary

  • Provide authoritative strategic advice to the Secretary on a broad range of matters within a high tempo and complex environment
  • Senior Executive Service level 2, fixed term 5 years

The Department of Jobs, Skills, Industry and Regions (DJSIR) is focused on growing Victoria's prosperity, building the productive capacity of our economy and increasing participation - by creating more opportunities for people through skills and jobs; helping businesses and industries to thrive; and building vibrant communities and regions.

Reporting to the Secretary, the Executive Director is responsible for providing high quality strategic advice on a broad range of public administration, governance, and policy matters. The role also supports the development and implementation of multi-faceted policies and cross-portfolio initiatives. Additionally, it provides oversight of the department's strategic communications functions.

The successful candidate will:

  • Be a high calibre, experienced senior leader who can work collaboratively and credibly with DJSIR's Executive Board, Ministerial Offices, and senior executive across the Victorian Government to support the effective operation of the department and delivery of the Secretary's priorities.
  • Possess outstanding people leadership and stakeholder management/influence capabilities.
  • Demonstrate well developed critical thinking skills and ability to analyse complex issues and develop reasoned conclusions.
  • Experience in executive functions within government or government entity will be highly regarded.

Further Information

For additional information, please refer to the attached position description.

If you have further enquiries about this role or need assistance with the application process, please contact Sean Butler, Executive Director People and Culture, via [emailprotected] or

The successful candidate will be required to undergo pre-employment screening (including National Police Records checks, misconduct screening verified by their previous employer, and private interests declaration).

We are committed to creating and maintaining a child safe organisation. We have zero tolerance of child abuse and are committed to taking the necessary steps to protect children from harm.

We respect and welcome people of all backgrounds, genders, sexualities, abilities, and cultures.

How to Apply

Please click the 'Apply Now' button at the bottom of this advertisement. You will need to submit: (i) a curriculum vitae (no more than 4 pages) including the contact details of 2 referees; and (ii) a short pitch (no more than 2 pages) outlining why you are interested in and what you will bring to the position, and the alignment of your capabilities and experience to the accountability and selection criteria requirements of the position.

Applications close midnight on Monday 1 September 2025

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