Work Type: Ongoing - Full-time
Salary: $100,894 - $114,476
Grade: VPS 4
Occupation: Communications, marketing and media
Location: Melbourne - CBD and Inner Metro suburbs
Reference: 12007
About the Branch
The Public Administration group supports the Victorian Government and the DPC Secretary with expertise in public sector governance, strategic communication, protocol and intergovernmental relations, and advice on legal issues and legislation. The group also provides whole of government leadership and coordination in these areas. In doing so, the group gives special attention to the institutions and systems of Westminster government, including the operation of Cabinet and the Victorian Executive Council, and relationships with the Office of the Governor, Parliament, Chief Parliamentary Counsel, the Victorian Electoral Commission and the Victorian Public Sector Commission.
About the Role
The Adviser, First Peoples State Relations communications role is responsible for developing and producing high-quality and effective communications products, issues and risk management, media, event services and advice to stakeholders to support the delivery of government priorities for the First Peoples portfolio.
Key Accountabilities
About You
We are seeking applicants who have demonstrated experience from the following criteria:
This role is an ongoing position. This position is only open to applicants with relevant rights to work in Australia.
For more information, please see the Position Description
How to apply
Apply before the advertised closing date 11:59pm on Wednesday 9th September 2026. All applications should include:
· a resume; and
· a cover letter which addresses the key selection criteria (within three pages).
Other relevant information
To be eligible for appointment to this role, applicants will possess corresponding work rights for the advertised employment period. Appointment to an ongoing role is only available to an Australian/New Zealand citizen or an Australian Permanent Resident. Preferred applicants will be required to undertake pre-employment screening. DPC actively promotes diversity, inclusion and an equal opportunity workplace. We welcome applicants from all diverse backgrounds, including people with disabilities and Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples. All roles at DPC can be worked flexibly, however it may differ from role to role.