Director - Executive Affairs and Policy

Fire Rescue Victoria; City of Melbourne; On-site; AUD 100,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job summary

A public safety organization in Victoria is seeking an experienced professional to provide strategic advice and lead policy development in emergency management. The successful candidate will oversee high-quality briefings and reports, engaging with senior stakeholders across government. Candidates must have a deep understanding of the Victorian public sector, proven judgment in high-pressure scenarios, and a Masters in Business. This role is essential in shaping strategic initiatives for positive outcomes in the emergency services sector.

Qualifications

• Proven track record of navigating political and organisational complexity.
• Demonstrated ability to lead strategic policy development and reform.
• Exceptional skills in engagement and relationship management.

Responsibilities

• Provide strategic advice and participate in service planning.
• Monitor risks and opportunities while offering strategic guidance.
• Oversee preparation of briefings, reports, and correspondence.

Skills

Relationship management

Stakeholder engagement

Strategic policy development

Judgment in high-pressure environments

Education

Masters in Business or equivalent

Job description

About the role

Dedicated to the provision of strategic advice to the Commissioner's office, this role focuses on enterprise-wide service planning, policy, and sector wide matters to drive performance uplift and participates in shaping sector wide reform.

Fostering strong and constructive relationships across government, emergency services partners, and stakeholders, you will monitor emerging risks and opportunities, providing timely, strategic guidance.

Leading with integrity and resilience, you will be pivotal in overseeing preparation of high-quality briefings, reports, and correspondence to support executive decision-making and ministerial engagement.

About you

Experienced in navigating political and organisational complexity, you have proven sound judgment in high-stakes, high-pressure environments. With a deep understanding of the Victorian public sector, government priorities, and emergency management principles, you will translate strategic plans into tangible outcomes. Your ability to align initiatives with broader objectives ensures you lead strategic policy development and reform, positively influencing outcomes across government and the emergency services sector.

Possessing exceptional engagement and relationship management skills, you will have a demonstrated track record of building trust and credibility at senior levels across government, agencies and significant stakeholders. With a Masters in Business or equivalent and ability to prepare and present complex information clearly and persuasively, this rounds out the skills and experience needed to be successful in this role.

How to apply

Click 'Apply' to submit your letter and CV to apply for the role.

Should you require further information prior to application, please contact Melanie Dare, Manager Talent Acquisition via email [e-mail].

Your application will include the following questions:

• Which of the following statements best describes your right to work in Australia?
• Have you completed a qualification in business?