Senior Advisor, Regional Partnerships

About the role

The Department of Justice and Community Safety is seeking a Senior Advisor, Regional Partnerships for an ongoing full-time role in Melbourne's northern suburbs. You will support organisations delivering justice services across the region, build local relationships, manage contracts and help improve services for the community.

Key responsibilities

• Manage and monitor complex contracts across justice programs, including victim support, consumer affairs, corrections and Aboriginal justice
• Provide expert advice to service providers and department staff on contract, policy and service delivery issues
• Review service performance, track deadlines and check that providers meet reporting and service requirements
• Build working relationships with local organisations, department teams and community groups to resolve service issues
• Identify ways to improve local services and support new initiatives that meet community needs

Required profile

• Current Victorian driver licence
• Tertiary study is highly desirable, though relevant experience will also be considered
• Strong contract management skills and experience supporting complex service delivery arrangements
• Knowledge of local service delivery and ways to respond to community needs
• Ability to analyse information, solve problems and make sound decisions with minimal supervision
• Strong communication and relationship skills, able to handle sensitive issues and work well with others

Applications close 22 November 2026 and include a resume and covering letter; pre-employment checks may include national police checks and misconduct screening. Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander applicants are strongly encouraged to apply.