Work Type: Ongoing - Full-time
Salary: $97,955 - $111,142
Grade: VPS 4
Occupation: Other
Location: Melbourne - CBD and Inner Metro suburbs
Reference: VG/1868900
About us
The Department
The Department of Treasury and Finance provides economic, financial and resource management advice to help the Victorian Government deliver its policies. We strive for excellence in financial and economic management to improve the lives of all Victorians.
The Commercial Division is accountable for providing advice on the state's financial assets and liabilities, along with oversight of the Government's business enterprises. It takes a lead role in overseeing significant government commercial transactions, providing both transaction advisory services and advice. Additionally, the Division manages workplace safety, housing related funds and loan schemes, and the regulatory function that provides oversight of the performance of the community housing sector in Victoria.
The Commercial Transactions team provides transaction advisory services and advice on whole of State negotiations and commercial transactions. This includes identifying asset reform opportunities to optimise the State's balance sheet management as well as overseeing post transaction governance for complex commercial transactions.
The Commercial Transactions team is also responsible for Government housing programs administered by DTF, including the $2.4 billion Social Housing Growth Fund, which provides funding to eligible community housing agencies to deliver new social and affordable housing for Victorians in need.
Our objective is to ensure the benefits, costs and risks are understood so that Government is able to make informed decisions.
Key accountabilities
Key Selection Criteria
Ability to prepare high quality fit-for purpose verbal and written briefings and advice; including ability to convey issues persuasively and effectively in plain language and apply discretion with sensitive information. Build and maintain relationships to persuade and achieve results.
Sound conceptual and analytical abilities including a demonstrated ability to prepare and present accurate and timely advice. Experience in using economic frameworks and principles, and/or experience in policy development and advice would be advantageous.
Experience working within a team and supporting others. Take responsibility for decisions and actions, employ empathy, and apply judgement in ambiguous or changing situations, to achieve goals.
Apply attention to ensure high quality work, including under tight deadlines.
Understand and support team and organisational practices, including assisting with identifying and implementing changes to strengthen organisational culture, and improve efficiency.
Experience and qualifications
Tertiary qualifications or experience in economics, project management, law/contract management, data analytics or a related field would be advantageous.
About our culture
We aim to be a model employer providing an inclusive workplace that is understanding and respectful of differences such as gender, identity, race, disability or age. In addition, we are committed to supporting Aboriginal pathways between education and employment.
The Department strives to create an environment that supports a flexible and adaptive workforce. All requests for flexible working arrangements will be considered in line with operational requirements.
Further Information
For more information about the position and key selection criteria, please refer to the position description. If you have specific questions regarding the role, please contact
How to apply
To apply, select the ‘Apply Now' button and provide a copy of your resume and cover letter summarising your skills and relevant experience.
Applications close at midnight, 28 July, 2025. If you require a copy of this advertisement in an accessible format, please contact the Recruitment team.
Covid-19 Vaccination
DTF 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 DTF has a COVID-19 Vaccination policy which strongly recommends all DTF employees be fully vaccinated.