In-Demand Senior department secretary Jobs in Australia

Senior Advisor
Victorian Government —Melbourne VIC
- $116,413 - $140,849 a year
- Full-time
2d
Senior Policy Officer
Victorian Government —Melbourne VIC
- $116,413 - $140,849 a year
- Full-time
- Data analysis skills
- Analysis skills
- Bachelor's degree
7d
Senior Program Advisor
Department of Education —Melbourne City Centre VIC
- Full-time
- Communication skills
14d
Senior Specialist State Impact Assessment Coordination
Victorian Government —Melbourne VIC
- $142,790 - $191,084 a year
- Full-time
- Management
- Data analysis skills
- Experience working with children
1d
Senior Cabinet Liaison Officer
Treasury —Sydney NSW
- $133,348 - $146,945 a year
- Full-time
- Organisational skills
- Communication skills
- Parental leave
9h
Assistant Secretary, Natural Resources Branch
Department of Agriculture, Fisheries and Forestry —Canberra ACT
- Management
- Research
- Leadership
6d
Senior Policy Adviser, Health Protection
Department of Health —Melbourne City Centre VIC
- Full-time
- Management
- Recruiting
13d
Senior Policy Adviser, Health Protection
Victorian Government —Melbourne VIC
- $116,413 - $140,849 a year
- Full-time
- Management
- Recruiting
13d
EL1 - Executive Officer to First Assistant Secretary (multiple roles)- Identified
Australian Department of Infrastructure and Regional Development —Canberra ACT
- Part-time
- Administrative experience
- Organisational skills
- Communication skills
Senior Lawyer, Administrative Disputes and Inquiries Unit
Department of Education —Melbourne City Centre VIC
- Full-time
- Hybrid work
- Administrative experience
- Work from home
- Employee assistance program
7h
Administration Manager Rotational Portfolios (Office, Finance & HR)
Victorian Government —Ballarat VIC
- Full-time
- Microsoft Office
- Finance
- Administrative experience
9d
2x Senior Policy Adviser, Workforce Strategy & Planning
Victorian Government —Melbourne VIC
- $116,413 - $140,849 a year
- Full-time
- Management
- Recruiting
13h
Senior Lawyer, Administrative Disputes and Inquiries Unit
Victorian Government —Melbourne VIC
- $116,413 - $140,849 a year
- Full-time
- Hybrid work
- Administrative experience
- Work from home
- Employee assistance program
7h
Senior Specialist State Impact Assessment Coordination
Department of Justice and Community Safety —Melbourne City Centre VIC
- $142,790 - $191,084 a year
- Full-time
- Management
- Data analysis skills
- Experience working with children
1d
EL 1 Assistant Director
Department of Veterans' Affairs —Greater Adelaide SA
- $131,960 - $144,908 a year
- Communication skills
1d
Principal Policy and Project Officer
Department of Families, Fairness and Housing —Melbourne City Centre VIC
- Full-time
- Recruiting
8d
Senior Lawyer, Commercial Law Unit
Victorian Government —Melbourne VIC
- $116,413 - $140,849 a year
- Full-time
- Hybrid work
- Work from home
- Employee assistance program
6d
Governance Support Officer, Governance, Performance and Audit Branch
Department of Prime Minister and Cabinet —Canberra ACT
- $83,242 - $89,024 a year
- Part-time
- Administrative experience
- Organisational skills
- Communication skills
9d
2x Senior Policy Adviser, Workforce Strategy & Planning
Department of Health —Melbourne City Centre VIC
- Full-time
- Management
- Recruiting
11h
Legal Policy Officer
Victorian Government —Melbourne VIC
- $100,894 - $114,476 a year
- Full-time
- Research
- Bachelor's degree
13h

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Senior Advisor

Victorian Government -
Melbourne VIC

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Full-time
$116,413 - $140,849 a year
2 days ago

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Overview

Work Type: Ongoing - Full-time

Salary: $116,413 - $140,849

Grade: VPS 5

Occupation: Other

Location: Melbourne - CBD and Inner Metro suburbs

Reference: 11968

About Us

We create thriving places and connected communities. We plan, build and maintain Victoria’s transport, planning and land services. We are committed to a safe, inclusive and high-performing workplace.

We welcome applicants from diverse backgrounds and are committed to creating a safe, inclusive workplace where our people can thrive and do meaningful work.

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)

You’re someone who:

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.

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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.

How to apply

Click the ‘Apply’ button to be redirected to our recruitment platform, where you may need to create an account to submit your application.

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

Please include both your resume and a cover letter addressing how your experience addresses each of the key selection criteria for the role. All applications must be submitted via the online portal, we’re unable to accept email or manual submissions.

For further information about the role, please contact Michael Geary, Principal Advisor via [email protected]

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

If you require any adjustments to fully participate in the recruitment process or need the advert or attachments in an accessible format (e.g., large print), please contact us. We're here to support you.

Applications close Wednesday 16 September 2026 at 11.59pm

Posted

1 September 2026

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