Title:  Senior Adviser Design and Delivery

As the Senior Adviser, Program Design and Delivery you will lead the design delivery and evaluation of capability development initiatives that strengthen the capability of the Victorian Public Sector. Working with subject matter experts and senior executive stakeholders across government, you’ll create practical, high-quality learning experiences that supports government priorities and deliver measurable outcomes.

What you’ll do

• Lead end-to-end capability development projects, from design through to delivery and evaluation
• Design engaging learning experiences across a range of formats (workshops, virtual learning, eLearning, blended programs)
• Partner with subject matter experts and executive stakeholders to co-design practical, user-focused learning solutions
• Manage procurement, contracts and external providers to deliver high-quality outcomes and value for money

Who we’re looking for

• Experience designing and delivering capability development programs and/or events for senior executive cohorts
• Strong learning content creation skills across multiple formats (e.g. online, in-person, digital)
• Strong project management skills with the ability to lead complex work, manage competing priorities and deliver outcomes
• Knowledge of Victorian Government procurement and contract management processes
• Proven ability to engage and collaborate with senior executive stakeholders across government.
• Excellent writing and communication skills
• A positive, proactive team member committed to inclusion and continuous improvement

Who we are

The Victorian Public Sector Commission plays a key role in stewardship of the public sector. It works to strengthen the efficiency, effectiveness and capability of the public sector and maintain, and advocate for, public sector professionalism and integrity. Your contribution will help shape and lead strategic government directions across Victoria.

Why join us?

You'll have the opportunity to shape capability development that supports the Victorian Public Sector to deliver outcomes for the community. Working with a collaborative team, you'll lead meaningful projects, influence learning across government and help build capability where it matters most.

We offer:  

• Flexible and hybrid work
• Learning and development opportunities
• Employee assistance program and wellbeing initiatives
• Inclusive work environment, including workplace adjustments

How to apply

Submit your current CV and a cover letter outlining your skills and experiences, and why you’re interested in the role. You do not need to supply individual responses to the key selection criteria.

For further information and key selection criteria, please see the Position Description.

Applications close at 11:59pm on Thursday 6 August 2026.

This position is only open to applicants with relevant rights to work in Australia.

Request for reasonable adjustments

The VPSC values the contribution of all employees and fair and equitable treatment of all people is integral to all activities. As such, the VPSC offers reasonable adjustments for applicants with disabilities on request. It is our policy to provide adjustments for people with disability, mental illness and/or a health condition and carers of people with disability. To request an adjustment, please follow the process on our policy page.

Other relevant information

A position description is attached. For enquiries, please refer to the contact on the position description.

Employment screening, including criminal history, confirmation of experience and stated qualifications, screening of misconduct, Australian working rights and other relevant checks form part of the candidate suitability evaluation process. Where applicable, this applies to current VPS employees.