Senior Manager, Strategy

Work Type: Ongoing - Full-time

Salary: $138,631 - $162,076

Grade: VPS 6

Occupation: Other

Location: Melbourne - CBD and Inner Metro suburbs

Reference: VG/VEC/1879213

Senior Manager, Strategy and Risk

• Full-Time, Ongoing
• VPS Grade 6.1 ($138,631 - $162,076 plus superannuation)
• Drive contemporary, risk-based regulation at the VEC

Why join us

At the Victorian Electoral Commission (VEC) we are not just about elections, we are about enabling all Victorians to actively participate in their democracy. The VEC conducts state and local council elections and is responsible for promoting public awareness and understanding of electoral issues in the Victorian community. Our goal is to be change ready and responsive to legislative changes and community expectations in a dynamic and complex operating environment. We provide a values driven workplace culture with a passion for excellence and innovation in the services we provide. We offer a supportive environment that encourages professional development and provide opportunities to broaden your experience though internal working groups and committees across VEC branches. Apply now to make a meaningful contribution to the democratic process.

What you will be doing

Reporting directly to Head of Regulation, this role will establish a new regulatory capability within the VEC's political funding, disclosure and registration (FDR) functions. Key responsibilities include:

• Implementing regulatory strategy across FDR functions.
• Developing a comprehensive approach to compliance monitoring, including provision of data analysis and insights to drive risk identification and assessment
• Providing strategic advice and analysis to senior executives.
• Establishing and overseeing the use of problem-based regulation.
• Collaborating with the regulatory services area of FDR to implement regulatory priority projects, working towards the VEC's regulatory objectives.
• Working with l stakeholders to promote information-sharing and support system improvements.

What you will bring to the role

• Demonstrated ability to lead strategy and risk functions within a complex regulatory setting.
• Proven experience delivering high-quality reporting and insights to inform decision-making at the executive level.
• Strong leadership and stakeholder engagement skills.
• A deep understanding of risk-based regulatory practice, strategy and frameworks, with the ability to oversee projects that enhance regulatory outcomes and support electoral integrity.
• Commitment to the VEC's core values.

How to apply

All applicants must submit:

• a current CV and
• a separate document with responses to Key Selection Criteria (KSC) 6.2, 6.4, 6.5 and 6.7.
• Applications should be lodged online via the Apply Now button (below). The VEC can only accept applications lodged via Victorian Government Careers website.

Applications close at 11:59pm on Tuesday 26 August 2025.

We highly encourage Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, people with disabilities and culturally and linguistically diverse people to apply. We are committed to diversity and inclusion in our workplaces with the people we employ, and at the ballot box with the people we serve. We aim to create a workplace that is inclusive, equitable, and safe for all. We understand that candidates may need adjustments in the recruitment process and/or workplace. For any questions or request for accommodations, please e-mail Successful applicants will be required to satisfy character clearance requirements, including but not limited to Nationally Coordinated Criminal History Check (NCCHC) and working with children check. In accordance with Section 17A of the Electoral Act 2002, the VEC may ask applicants to disclose specific political activities that could compromise the perceived independence of the organisation. Learn more about disclosing p olitical activities.

VEC contact details

For further information please contact Loren Lawford via

Applications close Tuesday 26 August 2025 at 11.59pm

Posted

12 August 2025