- Join a progressive and forward-thinking team in the Office of the CEO
- Parental backfill opportunity (approximately 11 months)
- $140,947 - $158,633 (based on skills & experience) + 11.5% superannuation
We are the City of Melbourne, a city of possibility and place to be bold and inspirational.
Situated on the traditional lands of the Bunurong Boon Wurrung and Wurundjeri Woi-wurrung peoples of the Kulin nation, Melbourne has long been considered one of the world's most liveable and prosperous cities and a thriving, successful example of multiculturalism and diversity. At the heart of this is the City of Melbourne, a proud organisation positioned to excel as a leading capital city by delivering what matters most to those who work, live, study, visit and invest here.
Together we Make the Difference
How this position will Make the Difference to City of Melbourne:
The Senior Adviser is a pivotal role which collaborates with all members of the Office of the Chief Executive Officer to provide support and high-quality strategic advice. This position will actively enhance the effectiveness and delivery of CEO priorities and the business objectives of the City of Melbourne. These priorities are a mix of internal strategic organisational development priorities, adjacent to supporting the organisation to deliver on the objectives in the Council Plan and other strategic frameworks.
The Senior Advisor position functions as an expert guide providing support to the Chief Executive Officer, Executive Leadership Team and team members from across the organisation recommending strategies, assisting with decision-making, and refining accepted practices to ensure maximum effectiveness and results for council.
What you will bring (Selection Criteria):
- Proven experience in effectively managing complex issues within a highly reactive and complex environment coupled with your experience in media and communications;
- Proven ability to analyse complex, politically sensitive information and formulate measured responses;
- Influencing and negotiation skills with demonstrated experience in achieving effective business outcomes;
- High level communication skills (verbal/written) with the ability to use discretion and judgement in a complex environment;
- High level analytical and lateral thinking skills with the ability to operate autonomously and take initiative;
- High level experience in developing and maintaining relationships with key stakeholders at all levels and a sound understanding of stakeholder needs.
What we can offer you:
- Flexible working environment
- Wellbeing initiatives, Employee Assistance Program (EAP) and CoM Unity Employee Benefits
By joining us you will become part of a progressive team who work in a constructive, diverse and inclusive blue culture working towards shaping the future of this city.
Together, we champion difference, celebrate achievement and recognise positive impact.
How to apply
As part of the online application form you are required to:
- Attach your resume
- Attach a cover letter addressing the Key Selection Criteria (maximum two pages)
Applications to be submitted by 11:45pm, Tuesday 11 March, 2025.
Please address your applications to: Elliot Anderson, Manager Executive Strategy and Advice-Office of the CEO.
For any other queries about the role please contact:
The City of Melbourne is a child safe organisation and has zero tolerance for child abuse. Some positions will require the incumbent to obtain and maintain a valid Working with Children Check. All employees will be subject to a safety screening process including a police check.
City of Melbourne is proud to be a workplace that champions diversity. Our commitment is for our people to be safe, included and supported so that they can be at their best. As an equal opportunity employer, we encourage applications from people regardless of their gender identity and expression, ethnicity, cultural background, sexual orientation, disability and age. We look for the right values, skills and knowledge to build our capabilities so that we can best deliver for our community.
