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Job Details

Title: Senior Advisor

Requisition ID: 11968

Work Type: Ongoing Full Time

Fixed Term Period: Not Applicable

Location: Melbourne - CBD

Date Posted: 1 Sept 2026

About The Role

The Senior Advisor supports the Office of the Deputy Secretary, Network Design and Integration by providing high-quality policy advice, analysis and coordination to enable informed and timely decision-making. The role works closely with senior leaders, Ministerial offices and teams across the department to deliver strategic priorities.

The position prepares briefings, reports, Cabinet submissions and other key documents, coordinates business planning and reporting, monitors government priorities, and provides administrative and project support. It also delivers clear, practical advice and works collaboratively across the organisation to support effective policy and program outcomes.

What we’re looking for (Selection Criteria)

- Applies systems thinking to understand complex issues, identify opportunities and develop practical, organisation-wide solutions.
- Communicates with clarity and confidence, delivering credible advice and handling complex or sensitive issues effectively.




- Adapts quickly to changing priorities and works collaboratively across teams to achieve shared outcomes.
- Builds support and influences stakeholders to gain buy‑in, navigate competing priorities and achieve successful outcomes.
- Understands the political and organisational environment, ensuring advice and decisions align with governance, legislation and strategic priorities.

Qualifications And Experience

You’ll bring:

- A relevant tertiary degree or experience in a similar role would be well regarded. (Desired)

Pre‑employment checks and employment conditions

Relevant pre‑employment screening and reference checks will be required.

Applicants must be an Australian Citizen, Permanent Resident or hold a valid work permit or visa necessary for the nature of the position.

Recipients of Victorian Public Service (VPS) voluntary departure packages should note that re‑employment restrictions apply.

Redeployees

If you are a VPS redeployee, please state this in your cover letter and include your case manager’s contact details. This helps ensure your redeployment status is appropriately considered.

For more information on redeployment, visit the Victorian Government policy.

Important Information

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Applications close at 11.59pm on Wednesday, 16th of September 2026.

For further information about the role, please contact Michael Geary, Principal Advisor via

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📌 Senior Advisor (Melbourne)
🏢 Department of Transport and Planning
📍 Melbourne