Project Support Officer

7 days ago

Melbourne City Centre, Victoria, Australia Victorian Government Full time

Project Support Officer - VPS3 - Ongoing

As the Project Support Officer in the Program Design and Delivery team, you will support the team to deliver high quality learning and development initiatives.

What you'll do

  • Provide high-quality administrative and project support, e.g. maintaining project trackers, drafting correspondence, enquiry management
  • Support the coordination and delivery of stakeholder-facing activities, e.g. events, meetings, surveys, enquiry management
  • Contribute to building strong working relationships with other areas of the VPSC and other key stakeholders
  • Support team operations including procurement, contracts,data and record-keeping.

Who we're looking for

We welcome applications from professionals who model the Victorian public sector values

Operating in a dynamic and collaborative environment, the Project Support Officer requires strong organisational and communication skills, initiative and attention to detail to deliver work to a high standard.

The role is well-suited to someone who is adaptable, works well under pressure, is solution-focused and eager to contribute to continuous improvement in team processes and outcomes.

The successful candidate will have experience using Microsoft Excel, Word, Forms, PowerPoint, and Teams.

One or more of the following will be highly regarded:

  • Experience using CRMs or customer enquiry software.
  • Experience in roles involving close support of stakeholders/customers.
  • Experience in project/learning and development support roles or administration.

Who we are

The Victorian Public Sector Commission plays a key role in stewardship of the public sector. It works to strengthen the efficiency, effectiveness and capability of the public sector and maintain, and advocate for, public sector professionalism and integrity. Your contribution will help shape and lead strategic government directions across Victoria.

Why you should join us

We are proud to offer you the opportunity to work with purpose and make a positive impact on the Victorian community.

You'll collaborate with stakeholders across the Victorian public sector to deliver meaningful work supporting the Victorian Government's strategic priorities.

We offer:

  • Flexible and hybrid work
  • Learning and development opportunities
  • Employee assistance program and wellbeing initiatives
  • Inclusive work environment, including workplace adjustments

How to apply

Applications including a cover letter with your resume, outlining your skills, knowledge and qualities that will make you a success within the VPSC are to be submitted online by selecting the `Apply Now" button.

Applications close at midnight on Sunday, 23 November 2025

Request for reasonable adjustments

The VPSC values the contribution of all employees and fair and equitable treatment of all people is integral to all activities. As such, the VPSC offers reasonable adjustments for applicants with disabilities on request. It is our policy to provide adjustments for people with disability, mental illness and/or a health condition and carers of people with disability. To request an adjustment, please follow the process on our policy page.

Other relevant information

A position description is attached. For enquiries, please refer to the contact on the position description.

Employment screening, including criminal history, confirmation of experience and stated qualifications, screening of misconduct, Australian working rights and other relevant checks form part of the candidate suitability evaluation process. Where applicable, this applies to current VPS employees.

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