This is a prioritised position for people with disability in accordance with the Special Measures provision of the Equal Opportunity Act 2010 (Vic). People with disability are strongly encouraged to apply and will be given priority consideration for this role.
The Role
Reporting to the Director, Events Policy and Programs and managing a small team, the position is responsible for providing high quality, strategic advice to senior leaders and Ministers. The position supports key government decision-making processes and works collaboratively with a diverse range of stakeholders to resolve issues and support the delivery of events and recovery of Victoria's events sector.
The position has the following key accountabilities but not limited to:
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- Lead a team tasked with providing oversight and policy advice to funding programs, legislative programs, and agency governance that underpin the Victorian events sector.
- Provide high quality and timely strategic advice and recommendations to Ministers and DJSIR senior leadership on issues relating to the Victorian events sector, via cabinet submissions, briefings, PowerPoint presentations and reports.
- Identify issues and initiate and lead negotiations with peers (internal and external) to gain commitment to policies and reforms, and delivery of activities.
- Manage a team workflow in a fast-paced environment and navigate and optimise government and branch processes to deliver products in a timely way.
- Work collaboratively with colleagues across DJSIR and other agencies to develop solutions and provide recommendations and elevate issues to senior leadership as required.
The position of Manager, events forms a part of the Tourism and Events branch in the Sport, Tourism and Events group.
Sport, Tourism and Events (STE) is comprised of Sport and Recreation Victoria (SRV) and Tourism and Events (T&E). SRV aims to create greater sport and active recreation participation opportunities for all Victorians in order to maximise economic, social and health benefits and enhance Victoria's liveability.
Further Information
For a confidential discussion, please contact Rowan Enright, Director, Events Policy and Programs on 0408 469 125.
Applicants will be required to comply with the Department of Jobs, Skills, Industry and Region's (department's) COVID-19 Vaccination requirements, as outlined in the department's COVID-19 Vaccination requirements policy and in line with the department's obligations under the Occupational Health and Safety Act 2004, directions, policies or procedures, including but not limited to any requirement to provide evidence of vaccination status.
Successful candidates will be required to undergo a National Police Records Check prior to commencing employment with the Department. For further information on the position, please refer to the attached position description.
Please note: If you require an adjustment to participate in any stage of the recruitment process or have a particular requirement to be communicated with by either telephone or email only, please notify the DJSIR Recruitment Team at recruitment@ecodev.vic.gov.au with the position number in the subject line.
We respect and welcome people of all backgrounds, genders, sexualities, abilities, and cultures.
How to Apply
Please click the ‘Apply Now' button. As part of the application process, you will need to provide a copy of your resume and a cover letter addressing the key selection criteria outlined in the position description.
Applications close at midnight on Tuesday, 04 July 2023.
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