The SSP Accommodation Strategy team has an exciting opportunity for a Senior Manager Strategy (VPS6) to join its team on an ongoing, full-time basis. You will have the opportunity to apply and build on your existing excellent knowledge of the commercial real estate sector and provide transformational leadership to deliver quality and timely outputs for the accommodation strategy team.

• Ongoing, full time opportunity available
• Lead a high performing team to deliver excellent outcomes for the Victorian government
• VPS6 salary range $127,467 - $170,579 plus superannuation

About us

The Department of Treasury and Finance provides economic, financial and resource management advice to help the Victorian Government deliver its policies. We strive for excellence in financial and economic management to improve the lives of all Victorians.

The Shared Service Provider (SSP) is part of the Victorian Government's commitment to a whole of government approach to the provision of shared corporate services.

SSP supports the core business of departments and agencies by ensuring they receive accommodation services, real estate, facilities, library and carpool services that are efficient, innovative and of the highest quality.

About the role

The SSP Accommodation Strategy team has an exciting opportunity for a Senior Manager Strategy (VPS6) to join its team on an ongoing, full-time basis. You will have the opportunity to apply and build on your existing excellent knowledge of the commercial real estate sector and provide transformational leadership to deliver quality and timely outputs for the accommodation strategy team.

Key accountabilities:

• Provide quality strategic advice to the SSP Executive and Accommodation Strategy and Planning Team for the delivery of office accommodation strategies, property portfolio uplift,  space management planning and high quality commercial real estate project outcomes.
• Provide supportive motivating leadership for direct reports and clear direction for the delivery of quality and timely outputs for the accommodation strategy team
• Identify opportunities for innovative and sustainable service delivery or shared service initiatives that produce cost savings, operational efficiency and high value product and service for the Victorian government
• Proactively contribute to the development and achievement of team goals and support other team members to achieve their objectives to foster a positive and collaborative team culture within SSP
• Exercise judgement in contributing to the identification and implementation of solutions to complex problems or complicated issues
• Identify, build and maintain constructive relationships with internal stakeholders, external service providers, client departments and agencies to achieve effective reporting, advice and service outcomes

About you

To be considered for the role, you must be able to demonstrate:

• In-depth knowledge of the commercial real estate sector and experience in providing high level advice on property, leasing and asset management issues, compliance, policy development, contract management and contract review incorporating risk management practices and methodologies
• Ability to lead teams, projects and implement changes through sound change management, stakeholder management and communication
• Highly developed conceptual and analytic skills including the ability to undertake options analysis and capacity to propose and implement solutions and modifications to service processes
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills with an ability to influence stakeholders
• Ability to draft accurate and succinct policy, regulations, templates, reports, briefings and submissions, develop recommendations, monitor and follow-up action items
• Customer focus and team-oriented approach with the ability to build effective working relationships and work collaboratively

About our culture

We aim to be a model employer providing an inclusive workplace that is understanding and respectful of differences such as gender, identity, race, disability or age. In addition, we are committed to supporting Aboriginal pathways between education and employment.

The Department strives to create an environment that supports a flexible and adaptive workforce. All requests for flexible working arrangements will be considered in line with operational requirements.

How to apply

For more information about the position and key selection criteria, please refer to the position description. If you have specific questions regarding the role, please contact anna.capiga@dtf.vic.gov.au.

To apply, select the ‘Apply Now' button and provide a copy of your resume and cover letter summarising your skills and relevant experience.  Applications close at midnight, 21/08/2022. If you require a copy of this advertisement in an accessible format, please email careers@dtf.vic.gov.au.

Vaccination

DTF is committed to providing and maintaining a safe working environment consistent with the DTF's obligations under the Occupational Health and Safety Act 2004 (OHS Act). DTF's COVID-19 Vaccination Policy requires all DTF employees to demonstrate an up-to-date vaccination status, as defined by the Australian Technical Advisory Group on Immunisation (ATAGI), or a medical exemption, in order to attend a DTF workplace or external premises on behalf of DTF. DTF may request proof of vaccination or exemption during the recruitment and selection process.  Vaccination information will only be retained by DTF where an offer of employment is made. Information pertaining to vaccination status and evidence will be stored in a secure database maintained in accordance with the Health Records Act 2001, Privacy and Data Protection Act 2014 and regulations made pursuant to the OHS Act.