Work Type: Fixed-term – Full-time or part-time Grade: VPS SES1 Occupation: Leadership and management Location: Melbourne – CBD and Inner Metro suburbs Reference: 11104 The Department of Treasury and Finance (DTF) serves the government by providing leadership in economic, financial and resource management. We influence outcomes that can have a real impact on people’s lives. We strive for excellence in financial and economic management to improve the lives of all Victorians. We value our people and motivate them to lead, influence, collaborate and innovate. About the role The Director, Economic Infrastructure is responsible for providing advice and support to the Executive Director, Deputy-Secretary and Treasurer on capital financial estimates management, new investment proposals and management of the state’s capital pipeline as part of the annual State budget process. The Director will work closely with departments on the assurance and delivery of major projects, representing DTF on formal project governance structures. As a leader in the Infrastructure Policy and Assurance Group, the Director will ensure staff are well motivated and supported to perform their roles of advising key stakeholders and helping to ensure the Group has a high‑performing and supportive culture. Key responsibilities Provide strategic advice to government on capital investment proposals through the State budget process, leading advice on the capital program and producing Budget Paper No.4. Deliver project assurance related to the High Value High Risk Project Assurance Framework and Gateway Review Process. Develop frameworks, guidance and policy advice to government on infrastructure investments, asset management, construction and commercial contracting. Represent DTF on formal project governance structures and support the assurance and delivery of major projects. About you Highly developed financial management and strategic acumen that can be deployed effectively within a complex understanding of capital fiscal management, with demonstrable sound judgement. Leadership skills with experience building a collaborative team culture and actively modelling the Department’s vision and values. Well‑developed communication, influencing and negotiating skills, including the ability to build consensus and foster effective working relationships with key stakeholders at senior levels within the public and private sectors. Proven experience managing a portfolio of strategic projects and functions to achieve organisational objectives. Proven ability to provide practical advice to government to solve complex problems in a sensitive, time‑pressured and often ambiguous environment. Essential qualifications Experience in government and a comprehensive understanding of the workings of government. Experience in government fiscal management. Experience delivering policy, managing programmes and resources in a complex environment requiring sound judgement and risk management. Track record managing and influencing multi‑disciplinary teams. Diversity, inclusion and equal opportunity We welcome applicants from all diverse backgrounds, including people with disabilities and Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples. All roles at DTF can be worked flexibly; however it may differ from role to role. To be eligible for appointment to this role, applicants must possess the 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. #J-18808-Ljbffr