Senior Advisor

Company description:

About VIDA About VIDA The Victorian Infrastructure Delivery Authority (VIDA) is a specialist project delivery organisation, responsible for delivering the biggest transport and health infrastructure program in Victorian history. This includes more than 200 projects such as the Metro Tunnel, North East Link, West Gate Tunnel, removing level crossings, new and upgraded hospitals in Footscray, Frankston and Warrnambool, and specialist programs.

Job description:

About VHBA

The Victorian Health Building Authority (VHBA) is responsible for the rollout of the Victorian Government's multi-billion-dollar health capital projects. We're delivering world-class health facilities across Victoria including new public hospitals and emergency care, community health services, ambulance branches, residential aged care and mental health facilities. VHBA also provides technical support across engineering, property, asset management and environmental sustainability disciplines.

The Opportunity

The Senior Advisor will sit in the Parliamentary and Ministerial Services Team and assist with complex project work, overseeing the delivery of products and workflows within the office, and preparing briefings and written materials to support the team. This position will be responsible for ensuring quality assurance and managing high-priority issues, provide expert guidance on a range of policy and business matters supporting the division and CEO.

Key aspects of the role include:

• Developing and implementing policies and initiatives that support government and departmental goals, to ensure delivery within defined resources, timelines, and budget constraints.

• Making decisions that can establish precedents and shape the practices of internal and external stakeholders.

• Monitoring and reporting on key issues, such as risks, emerging trends, preparing and present reports, ministerial briefs, Cabinet submissions, and related documentation.

We are looking for:

• Skills in developing and communicating evidence-based policy options, with strong analytical skills, an understanding of current issues, and experience engaging stakeholders to inform policy.

• Proven ability to build strong relationships, foster collaboration, and manage conflict across all levels and with external stakeholders.

• Demonstrated experience in producing clear, tailored written materials such as reports and briefs, ensuring they are written with accuracy, clarity, and in the appropriate style.

• Tertiary qualifications in communications, business management, politics, governance, public policy, or project management are highly regarded.

To learn more about the opportunity and view the full requirements please download a copy of the Position Description HERE.

Interested in working with VHBA?

Please click the "Apply" button to submit a copy of your resume and a cover letter expressing your interest and suitability for the role.

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Applications close 11.59pm on Thursday 13th of November 2025 .

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Further information

Want to know more about VHBA? Check out our website and LinkedIn.

VHBA is an equal opportunity employer, committed to fostering a values-led, diverse and inclusive workplace. We believe our teams should represent the diversity of our communities in which we work, and we actively embrace and celebrate people from all walks of life.

All prospective employees undergo a National Criminal Records Check. You must be an Australian Citizen or Permanent Resident or hold a valid work permit or visa. Preferred candidates will be subject to pre-employment checks including, but not limited to, police checks, reference checks, qualification checks and role related clearances.