Senior Adviser

An exciting opportunity exists for a motivated and organised individual to join the Office of the Deputy Secretary, First Peoples-State Relations Group, as a Senior Adviser at the Department of Premier and Cabinet.The First Peoples - State Relations Group supports an extensive program of priority work with First Peoples, by a strong understanding of self-determination to our work practices and in providing clear and robust advice to the Minister for Treaty and First Peoples, Premier, Cabinet and Senior Executives.The Office of the Deputy Secretary is responsible for coordination whole-of-group processes, including corporate governance, business and operational planning, as well as coordination for Cabinet and briefing to the Minister for Treaty and First Peoples and the Premier.Reporting to the Lead Strategic Adviser, this role plays a key part in setting the strategic direction the First Peoples - State Relations Group to support an extensive program of priority work with First Peoples. This role requires a clear understanding of operational and corporate governance requirements for the group as well as applying a strong understanding of self-determination to our work practices.The Senior Adviser will be assigned projects and processes to coordinate in addition to supporting the Deputy Secretary, First Peoples - State Relation to lead the group and represent the department. You will also be involved in stakeholder engagement, research, speech-writing, review and editing, and project management.As the Senior Adviser, you will perform a key role in providing high-quality advice and support to the Deputy Secretary, First Peoples - State Relations. You will be responsible for supporting collaboration across the Group on corporate governance, programmatic and policy deliverables and supporting the effective and efficient operations of office and the Group.The First Peoples - State Relations Group recognises the invaluable contribution of existing Aboriginal staff and is committed to promoting Aboriginal leadership as reflected in the Group's executive team. Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander people are strongly encouraged to apply.About YouAs our ideal candidate, you will bring:Demonstrated experience in strategic planning and administration and the ability to ensures that daily planning and work processes are in line with team/organisation strategy.Demonstrated experience in a complex or politically sensitive environment and ability to understand issues and pressures to which the organisation has to respond.Highly developed interpersonal and negotiation skills, with an ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships.Ability to manage multiple project priorities and stakeholder needs, ensuring that processes and protocols are always aligned.Experience in managing multiple stakeholder relationships with a diverse stakeholder group in a complex and fast paced environment.Desirable requirementsDemonstrated knowledge of and experience working with Aboriginal communities and an ability to apply this knowledge in the context of Victorian Aboriginal communities.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, Thursday 06 November 2025.Apply before the advertised closing date, all applications should include:a resumea 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 InformationThe 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.