Title:  Senior Advisor, Governance

About Us

The Department of Transport and Planning oversees key planning, transport and land use policy decisions and management across the State. A life-cycle approach to planning, building, connecting and sustaining communities means our people can come together to; improve services, deliver sustainable projects, focus on customer engagement, streamline regulatory approval pathways, facilitate community consultation and better realise local economic opportunities for more liveable communities across Victoria.

People, Legal and Governance is a Group within the Department of Transport and Planning , and is responsible for providing business-enabling people and corporate services functions to drive a high-performance culture and to support integrated operations.

About the Role
This is a Fixed Term Position until 23 January 2026

As a Senior Advisor, Governance at the Department of Transport and Planning (DTP), you’ll be central to shaping and delivering governance systems that support high-level decision-making across the department. Working within the Governance and Portfolio Services Division, you’ll lead the design, implementation, and continual improvement of governance products and services. You’ll also provide trusted strategic advice and secretariat support to senior stakeholders and governance bodies, while leading a small team and promoting strong collaboration across the department.

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What You’ll Bring

You’re someone who thrives on solving complex problems and can see how different systems connect. You think strategically, work collaboratively, and bring credibility when advising senior leaders. With a strong grasp of governance principles and experience in navigating risk and complexity, you’ll be confident managing stakeholder relationships and delivering high-quality support and advice. You’ll be motivated by purpose-driven work and value a culture that supports inclusion, growth and flexibility.

Qualifications and Experience

To succeed in this role, you'll have a proven track record in governance and ideally experience supporting or acting as a board/committee secretariaty. A relevant tertiary qualification is desirable, along with membership in professional bodies such as the Australian Institute of Company Directors or the Governance Institute. Strong leadership and stakeholder engagement capabilities are essential, along with excellent communication and systems thinking skills.

This position will be required to undertake travel within metropolitan Melbourne and occasionally to regional Victorian locations to support committee meetings

Why Join Us
At DTP, we offer:

• Meaningful work supporting more connected, accessible and liveable communities
• Professional growth and mobility across the public service
• A hybrid work model promoting collaboration and flexibility
• Supportive policies for work-life balance
• A safe, inclusive and high-performance workplace culture

How to Apply
Click the ‘Apply’ button to submit your application. You’ll be prompted to create an account and upload your resume and cover letter.

Applications close at 12.00pm on Sunday 13 July 25

For further information, please contact Henrietta Farr, Manager, Governance, at Henrietta.farr@transport.vic.gov.au.

We value diversity and encourage applicants from all backgrounds to apply. Let us know if you require any adjustments to fully participate in the recruitment process.