Program Officer

1 week ago


Melbourne City Centre, Victoria, Australia Department of Jobs, Skills, Industry and Regions Full time

Please note:

Due to Machinery of Government changes under Section 30 of the Public Administration Act (PAA), effective 1 January 2023, your employment will be with the Department of Government Services.

Corporate Services, including payroll, will be provided by the Department of Jobs, Skills, Industry and Regions while a process for the formal transfer of staff in impacted areas is implemented.

The Role

The Program Officer - Finance and Analysis provides advice on and analysis of the financial performance of local governments and business development processes in accordance with the requirements of the Local Government Act 1989, the Local Government Act 2020 and related regulations and standards.

The position contributes to the development of policy and other responses to achieve an efficient local government sector, particularly in the area of financial and business performance.


Key Accountabilities:

  • Provide advice on the financial, rating and business processes of local governments in the context of the Local Government Act 1989, Local Government Act 2020 and related regulations and standards.
  • Support the provision of sector wide analysis of local government financial reporting, budgeting and strategic planning.
  • Develop and participate in initiatives to improve the efficiency and effectiveness of local government, particularly their financial and organisational performance.
  • Provide comprehensive support towards the development of the Local Government Model Financial Report, Model Budget and Model Financial Plan and associated guidance material.
The Team

The position of Project Officer forms a part of the Local Government Victoria branch in the Logcal Government and Suburban Development group.

Local Government Victoria (LGV) works to help Victorian local communities connect and thrive.

LGV works with Victoria's 79 local councils to ensure that Victorians enjoy a responsive, accountable, efficient and contemporary system of local government.

Further Information
For a confidential discussion, please contact Daniel O'Shea, Program Manager Finance and Reporting,

Applicants will be required to comply with the Department of Jobs, Skills, Industry and Region's (department's) COVID-19 Vaccination requirements, as outlined in the department's COVID-19 Vaccination requirements policy and in line with the department's obligations under the Occupational Health and Safety Act 2004, directions, policies or procedures, including but not limited to any requirement to provide evidence of vaccination status.

We respect and welcome people of all backgrounds, genders, sexualities, abilities, and cultures.
How to Apply
Applications close at midnight on 15 August, 2023.
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