Secretariat And Adviser

7 days ago


Melbourne, Victoria, Australia Department Of Premier & Cabinet Full time

An exciting opportunity exists for a talented and passionate individual to join the Corporate Governance Branch, in the role of Secretariat Adviser at the Department of Premier and Cabinet.
The Corporate Governance branch aims to implement contemporary governance practices that support the delivery of departmental objectives.
As the Secretariat and Adviser, Corporate Governance, you will support the department's Audit and Risk Management Committee by providing high quality secretariat services. You will play a key role in supporting the delivery of the corporate assurance program, including projects in internal audit, risk management, insurance, and business continuity.
You will have well developed interpersonal and influencing skills and the ability to develop effective relationships with senior internal and external stakeholders and enjoy working within a dynamic team. You will also have some previous experience in a secretariat role.
About you
- Demonstrated understanding of corporate assurance functions and familiarity with the operation and role of audit committees.
- Sound judgement,conceptual and analytical skills, strong initiative and a 'can do' approach to identify issues and develop appropriate solutions.
- Demonstrated willingness to be flexible and adaptable with the ability to meet deadlines while working in pressured situations.
- Highly developed influence and negotiation skills, with the ability to use direct and indirect influencing strategies to gain agreement to proposals and ideas.

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 consistent with the department's obligations under the Occupational Health and Safety Act 2004 (OH&S Act). Therefore, there is a requirement that all DPC employees be fully vaccinated against COVID-19 in order to undertake duties outside of their homes (unless an exception applies).
To meet its obligations under the COVID-19 Mandatory Vaccination (Workers) Directions and the OH&S Act, the department will request vaccination information or evidence of an exemption in the pre-employment stage. 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.
be worked flexibly, however it may differ from role to role.



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