Deputy Secretary, Social Policy and
1 week ago
At the Department of Premier and Cabinet (DPC) we work for the people of Victoria by helping the government achieve its strategic objectives. We are now looking for a highly skilled and experienced Executive Officer to lead the Social Policy and Intergovernmental (SPIR) group in delivering the Victorian Government's ground-breaking work with the state's intergovernmental relations.
The SPIR group is responsible for providing policy advice on all social policy matters including health, mental health, education, skills, justice, community security and emergency management, social recovery, families, fairness, and housing reform. The group leads oversight and coordination of intergovernmental advice and supports the Office of Family Violence Reform Implementation Monitor.
As the Deputy Secretary, you will be part of DPC's senior leadership team and Board of Management, leading and managing the SPIR group to ensure efficient and effective performance of its functions in accordance with DPC's Corporate Plan. You will oversee and monitor policy implementation, program management, major transactions and community engagement across the responsibilities of the Group. You will also identify emerging policy implementation issues facing the Government and provide advice on the implications as well as innovative practical solutions.
About you
- Experience as a seasoned leader at an executive level within government
- Excellent influencing, negotiation and relationship-management skills
- Proven conceptual and analytical skills
- Demonstrated experience in leading complex projects
- Effective people management skills
Please note that a tertiary qualification in a relevant discipline is essential for this role.
Working with us, you can make a difference not just in your career, but in the community where you work and live.
This position is only open to applicants with relevant rights to work in Australia.
How to apply
- a resume; and
- a cover letter which addresses the key selection criteria (within three pages).
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), to support this DPC has a COVID-19 Mandatory Vaccination policy which requires all DPC employees be fully vaccinated against COVID-19 in order to undertake duties outside of their homes (unless an exception applies).
To be able to meet the COVID-19 Mandatory Vaccination requirements and for the department to meet its obligations under the OH&S Act, the department will request employees provide their vaccination information (including 3rd dose / booster) or evidence of an exemption throughout the recruitment process. Inability to provide this may impact your subsequent employment to the department.
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.
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