Senior Adviser

You'll provide expert governance, compliance and risk management support, ensuring the Commission meets its statutory obligations and operates with transparency and accountability.

As a Senior Adviser, you will work within the Corporate Operations team to:

• provide secretariat and/or governance support to key committees including the VSB, PSAC, HRDC and ARMC
• monitor and support compliance with legislation and frameworks, including the Standing Directions 2018 under the Financial Management Act 1994
• maintain governance records, risk registers and compliance frameworks to support effective decision-making
• contribute to audit, assurance and performance reporting across the Commission
• build governance capability by developing clear reports, advice and guidance for senior leaders.

We are seeking someone who:

• has experience in governance, compliance or risk management in a public sector or corporate setting
• has provided secretariat or committee support, including preparing agendas, minutes and follow-up actions
• can interpret legislation, frameworks and policies and apply them to organisational practice
• communicates clearly and builds strong relationships with senior leaders and stakeholders
• adapts to changing priorities and works collaboratively to deliver high-quality outcomes.

Experience using tools such as Excel, SharePoint or PowerBI to manage registers and reports will be highly regarded.

At the Commission we value respect, integrity, fairness, accountability, leadership and human rights.

This is an opportunity to use your expertise to shape governance and compliance practices that strengthen the performance of the Victorian public sector.

If this role sounds like you, submit an up-to-date CV and cover letter that outlines why you're the right person for the job. You do not need to supply individual responses to the key selection criteria.

Who we are

The Victorian Public Sector Commission plays a key role in stewardship of the public sector. It works to strengthen the efficiency, effectiveness and capability of the public sector and maintain, and advocate for, public sector professionalism and integrity. Your contribution will help shape and lead strategic government directions across Victoria.

Why you should join us

We are proud to offer you the opportunity to work with purpose and make a positive impact on the Victorian community.

You'll collaborate with stakeholders across the Victorian public sector to deliver meaningful work supporting the Victorian Government's strategic priorities.

We offer:

• Flexible and hybrid work
• Learning and development opportunities
• Employee assistance program and wellbeing initiatives
• Inclusive work environment, including workplace adjustments

How to apply

Applications including a cover letter with your resume, outlining your skills, knowledge and qualities that will make you a success within the VPSC are to be submitted online by selecting the `Apply Now" button.

Applications close at midnight on Sunday, 28 September 2025

Request for reasonable adjustments

The VPSC values the contribution of all employees and fair and equitable treatment of all people is integral to all activities. As such, the VPSC offers reasonable adjustments for applicants with disabilities on request. It is our policy to provide adjustments for people with disability, mental illness and/or a health condition and carers of people with disability. To request an adjustment, please follow the process on our policy page.

Other relevant information

A position description is attached. For enquiries, please refer to the contact on the position description.

Employment screening, including criminal history, confirmation of experience and stated qualifications, screening of misconduct, Australian working rights and other relevant checks form part of the candidate suitability evaluation process. Where applicable, this applies to current VPS employees.