Salary: $113,022 – $136,747 (plus superannuation)
Fixed term / Ongoing role: Ongoing
Usual hours of work: Full time (flexibility may be available)
Usual work location: 121 Exhibition Street, Melbourne (flexibility may be available)

The Role

The Senior Project Officer plays a key role in delivering complex projects and initiatives within the TAFE Strategy, Systems and Tertiary Governance branch. Reporting to the Manager, Delivery, you will ensure projects are delivered on time, within scope and budget, while managing risks and dependencies. You will provide high-level analysis and advice to inform decision-making, develop project documentation including plans, reports and briefs, and engage effectively with internal and external stakeholders. The ideal candidate brings a strategic mindset, strong organisational and communication skills, and proven experience managing complex projects, driving results, and building collaborative partnerships in a dynamic government environment.

Main Accountabilities

• Develop project briefs consistent with business plan direction
• Develop briefs on complex issues that provide options for consideration and decision-making
• Provide leadership in adapting and applying concepts to operational matters within the work area
• Manage cross-functional delivery within a defined service
• Negotiate with stakeholders and peers to achieve cooperation and meet project timelines

The Team

This position sits within the TAFE Strategy, Systems and Tertiary Governance branch, part of the Skills and TAFE Group.

The branch provides system leadership for the Victorian TAFE Network, driving strategic reform, innovation and governance to improve outcomes for students, industry and communities. It works closely with TAFEs, universities and industry to deliver a responsive, high-quality vocational education and training system aligned to government priorities.

About You

You bring strong stakeholder engagement skills, with the ability to identify shared priorities and build effective partnerships across diverse groups. You have demonstrated experience delivering projects by translating strategy into practical outcomes, supported by strong critical thinking and problem-solving skills to navigate complex challenges and deliver results. As well as:

• Demonstrated understanding of Implementation and planning of key projects and initiatives.
• Experience in the implementation of key programs and initiatives within a TAFE institute or TAFE network.

Further Information

For a confidential discussion, please contact Simon Smith, Manager, Delivery at simon.smith@ecodev.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.

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 6 May 2026.