Program Coordinator

• Salary: $100,894 - $114,476 (Plus Superannuation)
• Fixed term until 30 June 2027
• Usual hours of work: Full Time (flexibility may be available)
• Usual work location: Negotiable (flexibility may be available)

The Role

As Program Coordinator you will support the delivery of a range of economic development initiatives and business programs across rural and regional Victoria, to enhance and grow economic development, working collaboratively with RDV's regional teams and key external stakeholders to ensure effective outcomes.

A Program Coordinator administers the full lifecycle of funding, including identifying opportunities, preparing submissions, monitoring compliance, and reporting. 

Main accountabilities:

• Advice and analysis contributes to policy formulation
• Defines the appropriate methodology in the analysis of policy or research options
• Prepares reports, briefs and correspondence on complex issues that impact at program or organisational level
• Conveys specialist concepts and policies to clients, staff and stakeholders

The Team

The position of Program Coordinator forms a part of the Regional Economic Growth and Investment branch within the Regional Development Victoria group.

The Regional Economic Growth and Investment Branch leads RDV's complex project delivery, investment programs and strategic partnerships. This includes major infrastructure and place-based initiatives such as the Geelong City Deal, and significant investment programs including the Trunk Infrastructure Fund and the Victorian Investment Fund, supported by robust governance, reporting, evaluation and portfolio oversight to ensure effective, accountable and fit-for-purpose delivery.

About You

The successful candidate will ideally have the following skills and experience:

• Interpersonal Skills: Sees things from another's point of view and confirms understanding; Tailors communications according to audience and/or audience preference. 
• Critical Thinking and Problem Solving: If required, determines additional information needed to make informed decisions. Applies critical thinking and problem-solving concepts in the right context. 
• Communicate with Impact: Prepares and delivers logical and succinct presentations; Uses clear and concise language; Uses media appropriate to the audience and presents information to develop the understanding of the topic. 
• Knowledge Management and Business Continuity: Implements and supports others to apply knowledge management and business continuity practices in day-to-day work. 

Further Information

For a confidential discussion, please contact Rob Byrne, Director, Programs and Investment on 0407 889 578 or rob.byrne@rdv.vic.gov.au 

The Department is committed to creating and maintaining a child safe organisation. We have zero tolerance of child abuse and are committed to taking the necessary steps to protect children from harm by adopting a preventative, proactive and participatory approach to child safety in accordance with the Child Safe Standards.

Successful candidates will be required to undergo a National Police Records Check prior to commencing employment with the Department. For further information on the position, please refer to the attached position description.

Please note: We are committed to inclusive recruitment. If you require an adjustment to participate in any stage of the recruitment process or have a particular requirement to be communicated with by either telephone or email only, please notify the DJSIR Talent Acquisition Team on 0472 875 685, or via email at recruitment@ecodev.vic.gov.au with the position number in the subject line.

How to Apply

Please click the ‘Apply Now' button. As part of the application process, you will need to provide a copy of your resume and a cover letter addressing the key selection criteria outlined in the position description.

Applications close at 23:59pm on 28 May 2026.