Title: Adviser, Protocol and Events
About Us
We work for the people of Victoria by helping the Government achieve its strategic objectives. We do this by supporting the Premier, the Minister for Treaty and First Peoples and the Multicultural Affairs, as well as the Cabinet. Our vision is to be recognised and respected leaders in whole-of-government policy and performance.
DPC upholds and demonstrates the values of the VPS and is the embodiment of VPS leadership. DPC’s values are adopted from the Public Administration Act 2004:
- Leadership
- Integrity
- Responsiveness
- Impartiality
- Accountability
- Respect
- Commitment to Human Rights.
About the role
An exciting opportunity exists for a talented and passionate individual to join the Department of Premier and Cabinet, as Adviser Protocol and Events.
The Protocol and Events team, part of the Strategic Communications, Engagement and Protocol (SCEP) provides advice on matters of protocol, state and national observances and conventions. The team delivers ceremonial and special events of state significance and international visits; manages the planning and implementation of various major events and programs; and is responsible for the administration of significant awards programs in Victoria.
To be successful in this role, you will be client-focussed, have event coordination skills, strong event administration and event delivery experience.
About you
As our ideal candidate you will have:
- Experience planning a range of events in a time critical environment
- Demonstrate experience working on procurement and supplier engagement for events
- Strong skills in event or project administration.
Mandatory requirements
- Experience delivering events in a government context (or similar).
- Experience with the following systems (or similar) – Microsoft Office, SharePoint, TRIM/Content Manager, EventsAir.
This is a fixed term role available until May 2027. 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, 7 October 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.
