Senior Project Officer

Location: Melbourne - CBD and Inner Metro suburbs

Reference: VG/101660-101662

The Department of Jobs, Skills, Industry and Regions is focused on growing Victoria’s prosperity, building the productive capacity of our economy and increasing participation – by creating more opportunities for people through skills and jobs; helping businesses and industries to thrive; and building vibrant communities and regions. For more information, see the DJSIR Strategic Plan 2023–2027.

Our work spans numerous portfolios, supporting departmental ministers and operating across metropolitan, regional and international offices.

The Department welcomes and encourages applications from diverse applicants, including First Peoples, refugees or asylum seekers, people from culturally and linguistically diverse (CALD) backgrounds, LGBTIQ+ people and people with disability. All roles at DJSIR can be worked flexibly and we offer reasonable adjustments for applicants with disabilities.

Senior Project Officer – 3 x positions

Salary: $113,022 - $136,747 (plus superannuation)
Classification: VPS Grade 5
Tenure: Ongoing
Hours: Full time (flexibility may be available)
Location: 121 Exhibition Street, Melbourne (flexibility may be available)

The Role

We are seeking a proactive and adaptable Senior Project Officer to manage complex relationships and responding to strategic and operational issues complemented by strong organisational skills, a strategic mindset, and a track record of driving results. Outstanding written and verbal communication and stakeholder engagement abilities are essential, along with a capacity to analyse the broader environment, to understand and solve challenges, manage risks, connect the dots, and provide sound advice underpinned by evidence.

Key Accountabilities

- Innovative thinking and analysis influences developments within area of responsibility.

- Develops briefs on highly complex issues that provide options for discussion and consideration and will contribute to the development of a set of final options for decision.

- Initiates and maintains relationships with peer and senior internal and external stakeholders.

- Focuses on understanding stakeholder issues.

- Negotiates with stakeholders and peers with the object of gaining co-operation. and meeting timelines for delivery of project, service or advice.

- Manages an area with significant budget, staff responsibilities or strategic importance.

About the Team

The TAFE Strategy, Systems and Tertiary Governance Branch leads system-wide initiatives across the Victorian TAFE Network, driving innovation, improving quality and efficiency, and supporting strategic engagement with TAFEs, government, and industry. The branch also oversees key education plans and strategies, First Nations initiatives, and governance functions for the tertiary sector.

About You

You are detail-oriented, flexible, and solutions-focused, with strong organisational, time-management, and problem-solving skills. You thrive in dynamic environments, can manage competing priorities, and communicate effectively with diverse stakeholders. You have experience in project delivery, a relevant tertiary qualification in project management, system improvements, or a related field, and an understanding of complex economic, education, or social policy issues.

Further Information

For a confidential discussion, please contact Joanne Matthews ,Manager, Strategic Engagement and Assuranceat joanne.matthews@ecodev.vic.gov.au

How to Apply

Applications must include a current resume and a cover letter addressing the key selection criteria outlined in the position description.

Applications close

11:59pm on Sunday, 11 January 2026.

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