Director, Food and Fibre Strategy and Programs The Director, Food and Fibre Strategy and Programs is responsible for leading a team with a strong focus on the future of food and fibre industries to support industry engagement, deliver strategic projects through wellmanaged partnerships and administer a number of funding programs. The Director will provide strategic policy and program advice to the department s Ministers, senior Executives and leadership groups on delivering the food and fibre strategy and supporting programs. The Director plays a will a key role overseeing the delivery of the Government s Food and Fibre Sector Strategy as well as supporting Agriculture Victoria s executive in engaging with significant industry leaders. Are you? Seeking an opportunity to learn, grow and achieve? Looking for a challenge, variety and flexibility? Enthusiastic and self-motivated? Position Details Position Title: Position Number: 000955 Classification: Salary Range: Group/Division/Branch: Usual Work Location: Usual Hours of Work: Tenure: Further Information: Director, Food and Fibre Strategy and Programs Executive Officer 3 (EO3) $178, 500 - $231,439 (Total Remuneration Package) Employment, Investment and Trade / Agriculture Victoria / Agriculture, Food and Fibre Division/Agriculture Policy Melbourne metro (flexibility may be available) Full time (flexibility may be available) Fixed term (up to 5 years) Phone: (03) 8392 7184 Position Reports To: Mike Gooey, Executive Director, Agriculture Policy Executive Director, Agriculture Policy About the department The Department of Economic Development, Jobs, Transport and Resources (DEDJTR) is the Victorian Government s lead agency for creating the conditions to sustainably develop the Victorian economy and grow employment. Our role is to increase jobs, investment, exports and opportunities; stimulate innovation, competitiveness, and confidence; and support sustainability. DEDJTR has nine Ministers across 14 portfolios: Public Transport; Major Projects; Creative Industries; Small Business; Trade and Investment; Innovation and the Digital Economy; Tourism and Major Events; Agriculture; Regional Development; Industrial Relations; Roads and Road Safety; Ports; Industry and Employment; and Resources. Two enabling groups provide department-wide support: Strategy and Planning and Corporate Services. DEDJTR employees are located throughout the Melbourne CBD, metropolitan Melbourne, regional Victoria and international offices worldwide.
Additional information about the Department of Economic Development, Jobs, Transport and Resources can be found on our website www.economicdevelopment.vic.gov.au. DEDJTR Values DEDJTR adopts the Victorian Public Sector Values. Our values are vital to who we are and our success, and help us to ensure our people are productive, safe, happy and healthy. Our values are: Responsiveness Integrity Impartiality Accountability Respect Leadership Human Rights The department has an expectation that all people undertake their duties and responsibilities in an inclusive and ethical manner, upholding the values of the VPS. Employment, Investment and Trade Group The Employment, Investment and Trade Group delivers programs and services to grow the Victorian economy. Its focus is on creating jobs and raising incomes through industry development, targeted investment and increasing the export value of Victorian firms. The group works closely with businesses, including primary producers, to open up new trade opportunities, improve productivity through innovation and skills, develop economic infrastructure and remove impediments to growth. The Group also delivers programs aimed at supporting workers affected by industry changes to transition into new jobs as well as providing opportunities for disadvantaged job-seekers to participate in employment. The Employment, Investment and Trade Group includes Agriculture Victoria; Creative and Visitor Economies; Regional Development Victoria and the divisions of Investment and Economic Projects; Trade Victoria; Industry Develoment and Innovation; Policy Programs, Small Business and Employment; Resources; Fisheries; Employment, Investment and Trade Policy; and the Chief Operating Officer. The Agriculture Victoria Agriculture Victoria works with industry, primary producers, and communities to drive sustainable economic growth in the food and fibre sectors The Agriculture, Food and Fibre Division The Agriculture, Food and Fibre Division works in sector development, policy, regulatory and advocacy with industry partners, primary producers and rural communities. The division delivers important agriculture and biosecurity services to the food and fibre sectors. Key outcomes are to increase the value and volume of production, support industry development and transition, prevent the introduction and spread of pests and diseases, maintain domestic and international market access, and ensure the welfare of all animals. Most of this Division's work comes under the Agriculture Victoria brand, but also includes forest industry policy, domestic animal management and some entity governance.
Key Accountabilities 1. Lead the Food and Fibre Strategy and Programs team to support the delivery of the Government s Food and Fibre Sector Strategy; effectively deliver strategic projects; and deliver funding programs that demonstrate exemplary governance and administration. 2. Lead the development of and ensure the administration of funding programs such as Agriculture Infrastructure and Jobs Fund, Food Source Victoria, Food Innovation Fund and Young Farmer Scholarships are consistent with governing frameworks. 3. Lead strategic projects and provide high-level advice that facilitates the growth of food and fibre industries including by undertaking complex research and analysis of trade, investment and other economic data to develop a detailed profile of Victoria s food and fibre industry. 4. Engage with key stakeholders including local, State and Commonwealth Government agencies and industry, business and community stakeholders and lead collaborative network development to support food and fibre sector development activities. 5. Expand and implement current program development, monitoring and evaluation frameworks that are auditable, ensure consistency of approach and which form the basis of sound strategic and robust management decisions. 6. Provide strong, collaborative and adaptable leadership, including coaching and mentoring, to foster a high performance culture that delivers outcomes across the Group and Division. 7. Lead by example by actively communicating and embedding a culture of safety first including ensuring OHS legislation compliance. Key Selection Criteria 1. Demonstrated record of achievement in high-level strategy development and program administration in agriculture or food and fibre sector. 2. Demonstrated experience in developing, implementing, monitoring and evaluating a significant portfolio of funding programs. 3. Proven senior level management experience with proven ability to lead, motivate and develop a team of skilled and professional staff in the delivery of major programs and projects. 4. Highly developed negotiating and and influencing skills including the ability to negotiate and build consensus at senior levels with organisations on complex programs and governance issues. 5. Demonstrated understanding of the impacts of external events and changing stakeholder needs and be able to identify the leverage points where intervention will add value. 6. Highly developed interpersonal and communication skills, with a proven ability to work collaboratively, develop networks and foster effective working relationships with key stakeholders both within and external to government. Desired Experience/Qualifications An appropriate tertiary qualification in a subject-related discipline and relevant post graduate qualifications would be well regarded.
Position Specific Requirements This position has the following specific requirements: Current Driver Licence This position has a requirement to work shift work or out of hours work will be required that will involve evening or weekend work including occasional overnight travel This position has a requirement to travel Other Relevant Information Employment Eligibility Applicants must be an Australian Citizen, Permanent Resident or hold a valid work permit or visa Recipients of Victorian Public Service (VPS) voluntary departure packages should note that re-employment restrictions apply All new appointments to the department will be subject to a National Police Records Check which will comply with the 100 point Proof of Identity Check. Equal Opportunity Employer DEDJTR is an equal opportunity employer and welcomes applicants from a diverse range of backgrounds. DEDJTR strongly encourages applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people. DEDJTR offers reasonable adjustments for applicants with disabilities on request. Emergency Response Requirements DEDJTR plays a major role in Victoria s emergency response activities, biosecurity incursions and compliance actions. Employees may either have the opportunity to be directly employed for these roles or may be called upon to support these activities as required following appropriate training and suitability assessment. Health and Safety Requirements You may be required to undertake relevant medical and other safety compliance requirements that relate to any risks associated with this role. The occupational health and safety requirements of this position include, but are not limited to activities involving: Driving Sedentary desk work Manual handling Agreement/Award Coverage DEDJTR non-executive employees are covered by the Victorian Public Service Enterprise Agreement 2016 and for Executive Officer classified positions, the Victorian Public Service Executive Employment Handbook 2016.
Terms and Conditions DEDJTR non-executive employees have generous terms and conditions which are outlined in the Victorian Public Service Enterprise Agreement 2016. These terms and conditions apply across the VPS All DEDJTR employees are required to comply with the Code of Conduct for Victorian Public Sector Employees. Privacy Notification DEDJTR affirms that the collection and handling of applications and personal information will be consistent with the requirements of the Privacy and Data Protection Act [2014]. What we offer you Working with DEDJTR presents a wide variety of opportunities, with an extensive range of personal and professional development programs designed to develop our people and their careers. Working closely with industry, business and the community enables you to make a difference to the economic prospects of all Victorians. Some of the benefits that we offer you include: Safety and Wellbeing DEDJTR is committed to support the safety and wellbeing of employees. DEDJTR assists employees to maintain their health and safety by providing training and safety systems and by offering a wellbeing program. DEDJTR recognises that employees are critical to its ability to deliver business outcomes, and understands that a holistic approach is required in engaging, satisfying and retaining its employees. Diversity @ DEDJTR At DEDJTR, 'diversity' includes all the ways in which employees differ, and the valuable contribution that all of these differences bring to the Department. The strength of the organisation is in the innovation and the diversity of its employees. DEDJTR s broad diversity program enables it to more successfully attract, recruit, retain and develop a diverse workforce; fostering greater innovation, greater customer connection, increased wellbeing and satisfaction, and the ability to attract and retain talented people during times of economic change. DEDJTR recognises the rights of all staff to be free from violence and gender-related discrimination. Reducing all violence in our community is a priority. All forms of violence are unacceptable, in any community and in any culture. It is everyone's responsibility to reject and prevent violence. DEDJTR is proudly working with White Ribbon to create a safer workplace. Environment DEDJTR is committed to reducing environmental impacts in the workplace through both staff behaviour change and infrastructure upgrades. DEDJTR recognises the importance of engaging with employees to help bring about positive environmental outcomes for the organisation.
Learning and Development We want you to grow, develop and learn with us. DEDJTR provides you with access to a range of internal and external learning and development opportunities to support your performance in your role and further your career aspirations. DEDJTR also supports relevant study via negotiated financial assistance and leave provisions for approved courses. Our Performance and Development Plan aims to support and encourage employees in achieving work and career objectives through clearly defined roles, development opportunities and performance targets. Balancing Work and Life We understand that work/life balance is an important part of our employees lives. The department offers a range of short term and long term flexible work arrangements to enable you to balance home and work life. These include job sharing, working from home, part-time work, flexible attendance and the ability to purchase additional leave. How to Apply Applications including a resume and statement addressing the Key Selection Criteria are to be submitted online by visiting www.careers.vic.gov.au. All documents are to be attached as a Microsoft Office Word document. Applications not addressing the Key Selection Criteria may not be considered. If you experience any difficulty in lodging your application on line, please contact: recruitment@ecodev.vic.gov.au, where your enquiry will be handled by one of the Recruitment Team.