Overview
The Director, Cabinet and Ministerial Services reports to the General Counsel and Executive Director, Legal and Governance Branch. This role strategically plans and manages the department's Cabinet, Parliamentary services and ministerial support functions (via the hosting of the Departmental Liaison Units). It oversees appointments to statutory boards and other portfolio entities, advising on the proper application of government policy and guidelines. The Director is also responsible for the administration of Ministerial briefings and correspondence, and oversees the department's feedback and complaints management and reporting systems.
The role requires a professional and organised individual with a thorough understanding of public administration and government processes, and the ability to work in a complex, sensitive and fast-paced environment. The Director demonstrates strong leadership and experience in Cabinet and Parliamentary processes, productive servicing of Ministerial offices and the department, and managing a team with a dynamic work agenda with a high level of attention to detail. The position has a broad portfolio of responsibilities with an emphasis on intra- and inter-departmental collaboration. The Director may be called on to manage relationships with Ministers' offices, support responses to internal audits of entities governance, oversee the delivery of Cabinet and committee submissions, brief the Minister(s) on appointments matters, and help build capability and awareness across the department.
Responsibilities
* Influence policy and strategic direction of the department through contribution to executive leadership and organisation-wide goals. Provide considered and authoritative strategic advice to the Board, senior executives, and Ministers.
* Lead and direct the management and delivery of high-quality, responsive services and functions that meet the department's objectives and changing needs.
* Lead and facilitate relationships, negotiate outcomes, consult, and resolve conflicts while maintaining relationships and collaborative networks across the department, other state government departments and key oversight bodies.
* Make judgments and assess risk guided by policy, practice, guidelines, and precedent. Demonstrate effective judgment under pressure and effectively represent the department's interests in high-level discussions and negotiations.
* Provide timely expert advice and develop open and effective communication strategies, including handling highly complex, contentious, or sensitive information on matters of staff or business.
Qualifications / Specialist Expertise
* A tertiary qualification in public administration, law or management fields would be desirable.
* Demonstrated specialist expertise in Cabinet and parliamentary processes, ministerial support and governance, including the provision of authoritative advice on high-risk, sensitive and time-critical matters is highly regarded.
What We Offer
* The opportunity to perform meaningful work, contributing toward enabling Victorians to be the healthiest people in the world.
* A wide range of growth and development opportunities within the department and wider Victorian Public Service & Sector.
* A strong commitment to work-life balance, including a diverse array of flexible working arrangements.
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