Adviser, Creative Enterprises Salary: $97,955 - $111,142 (Plus Superannuation) Ongoing role Usual hours of work: Full time (flexibility may be available) Usual work location: 121 Exhibition St, Melbourne (flexibility may be available) The Role The Advisor plays an important role in delivering programs that invest in Victoria's creative organisations—programs that drive a thriving creative economy and deliver a wide range of creative opportunities and experiences that benefit all Victorians. In this role, you will be responsible for overseeing key funding agreements and program deliverables, supporting the day-to-day operations of the team, and contributing to a positive, collaborative, and solutions-focused workplace culture. You will actively engage with colleagues across Creative Victoria and support capability-building initiatives that strengthen sector outcomes. Main accountabilities: Manages projects, usually under limited direction Prepares reports, briefs and correspondence on complex issues that impact at program or organisational level Conveys specialist concepts and policies to clients, staff and stakeholders Resolves operational service delivery problems consistent with program objectives Interprets and applies business plans and policies to own area of responsibility. The Team The position of Adviser, Creative Enterprises, forms a part of the Policy and Delivery branch within Creative Victoria. The Policy and Delivery branch has 3 units, Agencies and Infrastructure, Creative Investment and Policy and Development. The branch brings together Creative Victoria's programs and investment in support of artists, creative workers, creative organisations, businesses, and portfolio agencies, with our work to manage and deliver world-class creative infrastructure. The branch also leads on policy and coordination across government and industry, and the development of Victoria's creative industries strategy. About You To succeed in this role, you will demonstrate your strong communication skills, stakeholder engagement expertise and critical thinking and problem-solving ability. Further Information For a confidential discussion, please contact Karen Sovitslis, Manager, Creative Enterprises, at karen.sovitslis@ecodev.vic.gov.au. The Department is committed to creating and maintaining a child safe organisation. We have zero tolerance of child abuse and are committed to taking the necessary steps to protect children from harm by adopting a preventative, proactive and participatory approach to child safety in accordance with the Child Safe Standards. Successful candidates will be required to undergo a National Police Records Check prior to commencing employment with the Department. For further information on the position, please refer to the attached position description. Please note: We are committed to inclusive recruitment. If you require an adjustment to participate in any stage of the recruitment process or have a particular requirement to be communicated with by either telephone or email only, please notify the DJSIR Talent Acquisition Team on 0472 875 685, or via email at recruitment@ecodev.vic.gov.au with the position number in the subject line. How to Apply Please click the ‘Apply Now' button. As part of the application process, you will need to provide a copy of your resume and a cover letter addressing the key selection criteria outlined in the position description. Applications close at 23:59pm on 27 January 2026.
