Adviser, Creative Investment

Department of Jobs, Skills, Industry and Regions VIC – Melbourne VIC Fixed term (30 June 2026) Usual hours of work: Full time (flexibility may be available) Usual work location: 121 Exhibition Street, Melbourne VIC 3000 (flexibility may be available) The Role The Adviser, Creative Investment will provide expert policy and project advice, contribute to the development of strategic projects, positive culture and engagement, and assist in coordination across the unit. The Adviser, Creative Investment has the following accountabilities: Provide expert advice on current and potential issues and strategic and operational matters for the unit and actively drive a continuous improvement approach to policy development, processes and systems. Support the delivery of strategic projects, developing project plans, and managing risks and issues so that unit objectives are delivered on time and to a high standard. Support coordination of the unit's input into Group-wide processes including PAEC, Parliamentary Questions, Freedom of Information requests and Ministerial briefings to ensure the provision of timely and accurate advice. The Team The position of Adviser, Creative Investment forms a part of the Creative Victoria group in the Creative Investment branch. Creative Victoria is the state government body dedicated to championing, growing and supporting Victoria's creative industries. We invest in the ideas, talent, organisations, events and projects that make Victoria a creative state. The Creative Investment branch brings Creative Victoria's programs and investment in support of artists, creative workers, creative organisations and businesses, and portfolio agencies, together with our work to improve access to affordable space and deliver world-class creative infrastructure. About You You will have had communication experience preparing briefs, letters, emails and reports using clear, concise and grammatically correct language; Ensures written and verbal communications contain necessary information to achieve their purpose; Uses appropriate style and formats. Confidently conveys ideas and information in a clear and interesting way; A demonstrated experience with policy, aware of, interpret and apply policy; Drafts simple policies using research skills and consults with stakeholders; Provides feedback on draft policies. Project Management experience in producing project plans where objectives are clearly defined and action steps for achieving them are clearly specified; Regularly communicates with, and supports, project team members; Monitors expenditure and service delivery against contract or other specifications; Further Information For a confidential discussion, please contact Shaun Gillis, Senior Adviser, Program Design & Delivery on 1*** and ************@creative.vic.gov.au. The Department is committed to creating and maintaining a child safe organisation. We have zero tolerance of child abuse and are committed to taking the necessary steps to protect children from harm by adopting a preventative, proactive and participatory approach to child safety in accordance with theChild Safe Standards. 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: We are committed to inclusive recruitment. 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 Talent Acquisition Team on ***, or via email at***********@ecodev.vic.gov.au with the position number in the subject line. 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. Applications close at 23:59pm on 1 December 2025 . Be careful - Don’t provide your bank or credit card details when applying for jobs. Don't transfer any money or complete suspicious online surveys. If you see something suspicious, report this job ad. #J-18808-Ljbffr