Principal Strategy Advisor

Victoria's Department of Transport and Planning Melbourne, VIC A$138,631-$185,518 p/a On-site Posted 2 days ago About us We create thriving places and connected communities. We bring together transport, planning, land use, precinct and policy functions in a single department to deliver the best outcomes for Victorians. Together with our portfolio agencies, we are responsible for planning, building, operating and maintaining Victoria's transport, planning and land services for use by all. We foster a safe, inclusive and constructive place to work. About the role This role is in a newly created Strategy Branch in the Integrated Strategy Division of the Department. The purpose of the Branch is to lead longer term strategy work for the Department. Reporting to the Director, the Principal Strategy Advisor will be part of a small team that together with other members of the Integrated Strategy Division will work with leaders from across DTP on high priority strategy topics identified by DTP leadership. The Principal Strategy Advisor will take a leading role on strategic workstreams through facilitating workshops, designing and executing cross departmental engagement approaches, structuring complex problems and fully owning the delivery of work against them spanning work planning, analysis, synthesising and end product creation. Key Selection Criteria The role requires demonstrated leadership in critical thinking, problem solving and project delivery, with the ability to analyse complex issues in a broader organisational context, develop effective solutions and translate strategic direction into successful programs and initiatives. Strong data literacy is essential, including the ability to design data collection and analysis approaches that support informed, predictive decision-making. The position also demands a future-focused mindset, highly effective communication skills and the ability to build a collaborative culture across internal and external stakeholders. Position accountabilities The Department of Transport and Planning is seeking an experienced and influential Principal Strategy Advisor to play a key role in shaping strategic direction across Victoria's transport system. This senior position is responsible for guiding major strategic work, leading complex analysis and ensuring the department's priorities are clearly defined, well-evidenced and aligned with broader organisational goals. In this role, you will work closely with senior leaders to distil diverse inputs into clear strategic focus areas. You will scope, research and complete complex qualitative and quantitative analysis to inform high-quality written strategy products that support long-term decision-making. Your ability to synthesise information, think critically across multiple time horizons and translate insights into impactful strategy documents will be central to your success. The role also involves managing projects that underpin the development and implementation of key strategic products. You will coordinate timelines, monitor progress, identify risks and proactively provide solutions, ensuring the Strategy Director is kept informed of critical milestones and challenges. Your leadership will help embed strategic outcomes across the department, ensuring they translate into real and enduring impact. This is an opportunity to influence State-wide strategic priorities and contribute to shaping the future of transport and planning in Victoria. If you are a strategic thinker with strong analytical capability, excellent stakeholder skills and a commitment to delivering high-quality work, we encourage you to apply. Qualifications and experience Mandatory Tertiary qualification or extensive experience in an analytical or technical field. (mandatory) Experience working with complex and disparate data sets to draw strategic insights (mandatory) Exposure to problem structuring and analytical approaches (mandatory) Desirable Knowledge and experience in Transport and/or Planning (desirable) Culture Value We welcome applicants from a diverse range of backgrounds representing the community that we serve, including veterans, parents, carers, First Peoples, people with disability, multicultural, multifaith and LGBTIQA+ individuals. As an equal opportunity employer, we are committed to fostering a safe, inclusive, and high-performance culture. Through shared actions and behaviours aligned with our strategy and direction, we empower our people to thrive and meaningfully contribute to the department's goals. What we offer Working at the Department of Transport and Planning provides people with the opportunity to contribute to creating thriving places and connected communities for all Victorians. Pre-employment checks and employment conditions All new appointments to the department will be subject to a National Criminal Records Check, Misconduct Screening, and a Qualification Check where there is a requirement for a mandatory qualification. Information provided to the Department of Transport and Planning will be treated in the strictest confidence consistent with the requirements of the Privacy and Data Protection Act 2014. Applicants must be an Australian Citizen, Permanent Resident or hold a valid work permit or visa necessary for the nature of the position. Recipients of Victorian Public Service (VPS) voluntary departure packages should note that re-employment restrictions apply. Non-VPS applicants will be subject to a probation period of six months. How to apply Click the ‘Apply' button to be redirected to our recruitment platform, where you may need to create an account to submit your application. If you encounter any issues, refer to our Quick Reference Guide for step-by-step instructions. Applications close at 11.59pm on Tuesday, 2nd December 2025. Please include both your resume and a cover letter. All applications must be submitted via the online portal, we're unable to accept email or manual submissions. For further information about the role, please contact Jules Flynn - Executive Director, Integrated Strategy via Important Information If you require any adjustments to fully participate in the recruitment process, or need the advert or attachments in an accessible format (e.g., large print), please contact us by phone or email. 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