Campaign Administrative Adviser

An exciting and unique opportunity exists for a talented and enthusiastic individual to join the Public Administration Group, Strategic Communications, Engagement and Protocol (SCEP) Branch as Campaign Administrative Adviser at the Department of Premier and Cabinet.

The Public Administration group supports the Victorian Government and the DPC Secretary with expertise in public sector governance, strategic communication, protocol and intergovernmental relations, and advice on legal issues and legislation.

Strategic Communications, Engagement and Protocol (SCEP) branch provides specialist communication, engagement, and protocol support and advice to the departments, premier's private office and portfolio ministers. We centralise and lead campaign delivery, coordinate government-wide efforts, and set best practice standards within the VPS.

The Campaign Administrative Adviser supports the governance and policy function of campaign management by coordinating and documenting campaigns submitted for departmental review and approval. The role prepares draft briefs, correspondence, and performance reporting documentation to ensure campaigns comply with relevant policies, processes, and regulatory requirements. This position plays a key role in supporting the smooth operation of campaign governance workflows and in maintaining accurate and timely records for internal and cross-government reporting.

To be successful in this role, you will possess excellent written and verbal communication skills, strong stakeholder engagement skills and the ability to work in a fast-paced and dynamic environment.

About you

As our ideal candidate, you will bring:

• Demonstrated experience in providing high-quality administrative and project coordination support in a fast-paced team environment.
• Proven ability in developing high-quality reports, systems and process guides and communication materials, using clear, concise grammatically correct language and experience in the use of the Microsoft Office suite.
• Sound verbal and written communication skills, including a strong writing ability with an eye for detail, including the ability to perform quality assurance on all products prepared by the team.
• Demonstrated project delivery skills and ability to coordinate work activities and monitor progress of tasks against plans and takes corrective action when required.
• Strong interpersonal and stakeholder management skills and the ability to monitor client and stakeholder satisfaction and constructively deal with stakeholder issues.

For more details regarding this position, please see attached position description for the key selection criteria to address in application.

The closing date for this position is midnight, Sunday 26th October 2025.

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

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

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

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 Vaccination policy which strongly recommends all DPC employees be fully vaccinated.

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.