Senior Project Officer

2 weeks ago

Melbourne, Victoria, Australia State Government Of Victoria, Australia Full time

Senior Project Officer - Monitoring and Compliance Job posted: 04/06/2024 Here in Early Childhood Education, Department of Education, we have an opportunity for an experienced Auditor for a newly formed operational Audit and Assurance function within Sector Monitoring.

If you are looking to further develop your demonstrated audit skills whilst gaining broader project experience, enjoy a challenge and thrive in a supportive team environment, please apply to join us.

Senior Project Officer – Monitoring and Compliance| VPS5| Full Time| Fixed term (2 years) About us The Early Learning Operations and Monitoring Division leads and supports policy, program development and monitoring for early childhood education and care, with a focus on delivering high quality kindergarten services.

The Sector Monitoring sub-branch has recently been established to lead financial assessment and monitoring of funded kindergarten providers, as well as kindergarten contract management strategy and oversight.

About the opportunity We have an exciting opportunity for a talented audit professional to join a high performing, supportive team that is passionate about improving outcomes for Victorian children.

Reporting to the Manager, Contract Management Strategy and Analytics, you will play a pivotal role in: Establishment of a new operational audit and assurance function monitoring funded kindergarten providers Supporting a competitive procurement process to contract external auditors, including documentation and managing the appointment Both independently and with external auditors, create and complete audit work plans including identifying audit objectives, conducting risk assessments, designing audit procedures and developing audit budgets and timelines Conducting interviews with stakeholders to understand and document processes under review and identify relevant risks and controls Preparing audit reports that articulate key findings and recommended remedial actions Working closely with a VPS4 staff to complete audit tasks and upskill the wider branch where appropriate Conducting financial viability assessments of complex providers About you Experience in external audit, risk management or a professional services role such as audit, risk, assurance, finance, or business analyst Demonstrated business acumen and understanding of process, risks, systems, finance and operations Proven ability to identify trends, patterns, risks and opportunities Ability to critically evaluate problems from multiple perspectives and provide practical and solution-oriented insights and improvements Good interpersonal skills with the ability to communicate effectively in a manner that is clear and concise, and to comfortably deal with difficult and sensitive lines of enquiry How to Apply Please click the Apply Now button on this advertisement.

Applications should include a cover letter which addresses the key selection criteria (no longer than 2 pages) and resume.
If you have any queries in respect of this position or require any assistance or adjustments to fully participate in the recruitment and selection process, please contact Eleanor Beurle, Manager Contract Management and Strategy on
For more details regarding this position please see attached position description.
The Department values diversity and inclusion in all forms - gender, religion, ethnicity, LGBTIQA+, disability and neurodiversity.
Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander candidates are strongly encouraged to apply.

For more information about our work, working for the Department, diversity and inclusion, and our employment conditions visit the Department website , HRWeb and our Diversity and Inclusion page.

Applicants requiring adjustments can contact the nominated contact person.

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