Executive Advisor

**About the role**:
An opportunity exists for a VPS 6 Executive Advisor to join the team within the Office of the Deputy Commissioner, Specialist Operations.

The Executive Advisor is responsible for providing high level specialist advice related to the Commands within the Specialist Operations portfolio including Family Violence, Forensic Services, Road Policing and Legal Services, along with all Finance and Human Resource related matters within the Office of the Deputy Commissioner.

Victoria Police is a contemporary and agile workplace and supports flexible working arrangements.

**Your duties will include**:
Reporting directly to the Deputy Commissioner, you will be required to:

- Develop briefing reports, prepare correspondence and communications in respect to complex, sensitive and confidential issues, including making recommendations and determining solutions that provide options for decision making.
- Foster and maintain constructive relationships with key internal and external stakeholders,
- Maintain an up-to-date knowledge of current internal and external issues and risks, and be able to respond, investigate and advise in a responsive manner.
- Contribute effectively as a senior member of the Office of the Deputy Commissioner to ensure that the portfolio meets its organisational deliverables.
- Provide leadership that supports the portfolio and promotes the portfolio's strategy and values.

**About You**:

- Strong communication and stakeholder management skills including the ability to influence.
- Ability to research, analyse and compile information for the purpose of presenting reports and recommendations.
- Ability to work both autonomously and collaboratively.
- Excellent self-management skills, initiative, and ability to deliver timely and high-quality outputs.

**Further Information**:

- One (1) x full-time, ongoing position available.
- This position is located at Victoria Police Centre, 311 Spencer Street, Docklands.
- The successful applicant will be required to undergo National Security Vetting, achieve and maintain a security classification as determined by the Department Head. To achieve this, applicants must be an Australian Citizen.
- We expect our people to foster a safe and inclusive environment where their behaviour and attitude reflects, builds upon and promotes a positive and collaborative workplace that respects the culture and values of Victoria Police.
- **Resume**:

- A **one-page covering letter** outlining your suitability for the role and relevant experience.

**Applications close midnight, Thursday 28 November 2024.**

**About Us**:
Victoria Police has a dedicated workforce of more than 22,000 employees consisting of police, protective services officers, police custody officers, and public service staff. Each employee plays a vital role in providing the 24/7, 365 days a year emergency response and public safety capability the organisation delivers to its community. As a Victoria Police employee, you have a dedication and commitment to community safety.

Victoria Police is committed to creating a workplace that is safe and inclusive of all our people. We empower and expect our people, at all levels, to develop interpersonal connections and collaborate, use sound judgement, and create and innovate.

In alignment with the principle of self-determination, Victoria Police is dedicated to enhancing our collaboration with the Aboriginal community in Victoria as we build a culturally safe and inclusive workplace for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander employees. We continue to engage and build relationships with local Aboriginal communities and work closely with them to enhance opportunities and services aimed at empowerment, equality, and equal participation across all areas of the organisation.

We value the diversity and differences of our employees, including their age, gender, culture, religion, sexual orientation, abilities, and life experience. We celebrate these diverse experiences and perspectives as each person brings an informed and contemporary approach to our work which enhances the wellbeing of all. We aim to provide a safe place that is reflective of the community it serves, allowing everyone to bring their whole selves to work.”