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Position Title

VIC Department of Premier and Cabinet - Project Officer Intern

Location

Melbourne

Position Duration

Minimum of 152 hours or 4 weeks full time

Commencing Dec 2019 – Feb 2020

Position Overview

The Victorian Public Sector Commission (VPSC) was established on 1 April 2014 through amendments to the Public Administration Act 2004. The VPSC is headed by a commissioner and has a range of legislated functions to achieve its objectives.

The VPSC has a leadership role in modelling and promoting the Public Sector values.

The Victorian Leadership Academy (VLA) has been established to develop Victorian Public Service (VPS) executive leaders so that they empower and engage our people and create a trusted and service-oriented culture on behalf of the community.

The VLA's development approach to its programs and activities is founded on global best practice and incorporates contemporary adult learning principles. Participants reflect on their leadership experiences and challenges, gain insights into their personal leadership strengths and identify further opportunities for growth.

The VLA is implementing the executive leadership program across the VPS with five cohorts of executives currently participating in the program. The VLA is also designing and implementing the leadership development of executives and Deputy Secretaries across the VPS.

The intern will assist by providing administrative support to deliver the leadership development for executives to enable the VLA to develop the executive capability required to meet the priorities of the VPS. With support, the intern will manage event logistics and initial queries to the team.

With support and under supervision, duties include:

Coordinating logistical elements and resource planning of executive development opportunities ensuring high quality, timely deliverables,

Level 3, 80 Clarence Street, Sydney NSW 2000 (02) 8270 9200 www.and.org.au

Providing administrative services, including maintaining attendance and participation records, printing and postage, meeting and event coordination, records management, and correspondence to support the effective operation of the VLA,

Participating in end-to-end executive development projects,

Maintaining and improving systems and processes to support the VLA's strategic and operational objectives, contributing to stakeholder satisfaction and evaluation processes,

Building and maintaining effective relationships, representing the VPSC with internal and external stakeholders and be a key contact for VLA enquiries through the VLA phone line and email inbox.

The Department of Premier and Cabinet

The Department of Premier and Cabinet’s vision is to be recognised and respected leaders in whole-of-government policy and performance.

We work for the people of Victoria by helping the government achieve its strategic objectives.

We do this by supporting the Premier, Deputy Premier, Special Minister of State and Minister for Aboriginal Affairs, Minister for Industrial Relations, Minister for Equality, Minister for Veterans, Minister for Multicultural Affairs, Minister for Women and Minister for Youth.

We lead the Victorian Public Service by:

Setting clear examples

Driving the government’s objectives

Providing unifying intelligence within the Victorian Government

Pursuing excellence in whole-of-government outcomes in delivery and reform.

The department is committed to:

Strong policy outcomes

Engaged citizens

Professional public administration

High performance

Our public sector values

DPC upholds and demonstrates the values of the VPS and is the embodiment of VPS leadership. DPC’s values are adopted from the Public Administration Act 2004:

Leadership

Integrity

Responsiveness

Impartiality

Accountability

Respect

Commitment to Human Rights

Key selection criteria

Interest in the public sector as a possible career path

Commitment to the Victorian Public Sector Values

Currently undertaking final or penultimate year of undergraduate degree or Juris Doctor

Written Communication

Prepares basic letters, emails and reports using clear, concise and grammatically correct language

Organises information in a logical sequence

Includes content appropriate for the purpose and audience

Verbal Communication

Confidently conveys information relevant to the role

Clearly explains information and listens for feedback

Speaks clearly and concisely

Has a polite and considerate manner when dealing with others

Personal qualities

Conceptual and Analytical Ability

Handles high level concepts and complexity with ease

Discusses broad constructs as well as concrete examples

Can solve problems outside previous experience by applying models and concepts

Synthesises information from a range of disparate sources and events, including from outside own areas of responsibility

Can identify and explore the critical points of influence or tension

Team Work

Collaborates and supports others in the pursuit of common goals

Shows respect for others' views and contributions

Accommodates and works well with the different working styles of others

Encourages resolution of conflict within the group

Takes on team leadership responsibilities where appropriate

Flexibility and Adaptability

Readily adapts to changing circumstances

Is open to new ideas, approaches and viewpoints

Embraces ambiguity and sees it as an opportunity to provide clarity

Accepts changed priorities without undue discomfort

Recognises the merits of different options and acts accordingly

Initiative and Accountability

Is proactive and self-starting.

Seizes opportunities and acts upon them.

Gets things done without prompting.

Takes responsibility for own actions.

Knows when to escalate an issue.

Ideal Degree/Discipline

Preference for Learning, Training, Education, HR or relevant discipline, but not mandatory

Eligibility Requirements

Second last or final year of a relevant undergraduate or postgraduate degree

No preference on citizenship requirements

Identify as having disability

Candidates may be required to undergo a background check security clearance

Apply Here

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Contact the AND Programs Team at applications@and.org.au or 1300 363 645 for further information.

Please be aware that all Stepping Into internships are paid placements. The employing organisation will pay the intern’s pro rata salary for the internship period (including superannuation) at a rate commensurate with the duties performed and abiding by Fair Work standards.