VPS5.2 - Fixed term to 30 June 2026

About the role

The Team Leader – Behaviour Change leads a team of staff to deliver behaviour change strategy and interventions that drive both the systemic and individual changes needed to shift Victoria to a circular economy.  

Applying behaviour change theory, systems thinking, partnerships and social marketing techniques, the team works to make it easier for the Victorian public to reduce, reuse, repair, share and recycle commonly wasted materials like electronics, textiles and plastics.

About you

As a leader within the Research, Education and Behaviour change group you will thrive in a complex, dynamic and fast-paced environment. You will apply your people management experience to inspire the high performance of a small team to deliver innovative, best-practice behaviour change interventions. You will possess strong project management skills with a track record of building strong relationships to coordinate and motivate colleagues and staff to achieve SV's strategic goals.

Mandatory requirements:

• Team leader and/or Management experience required
• Prior experience delivering behavioural or social change required
• Experience in government authorising environments preferred

About us

Sustainability Victoria (SV) is a trusted delivery agency of the Victorian Government and a market enabler. We are passionate about creating a future where waste is designed out of the system and products and materials stay in our economy for as long as possible.

SV recognises that flexibility is an essential part of a diverse, agile, and high performing workforce. We strive to support all employees unique working situations while ensuring that the operational and strategic needs of SV are met. 

How to Apply

To be considered for this position, applicants should submit a resume and cover letter (no longer than 2 pages) summarising their skills and relevant experience (in line with the KSC and relevant accountabilities), via the Careers Vic website.

Applications close at 11.59pm 1 December 2025

Requirements and relevant information

• Applicants must be an Australian Citizen, Permanent Resident or hold a valid work permit or visa.
• The successful applicant will be required to undergo pre-employment checks which may include police checks and misconduct screening.

At SV we are building an accessible and inclusive workforce.  We want to attract and retain people of all genders, ages, disability, neurodiversity, sexual orientation, family and caring responsibilities, and cultures including people of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander heritage. 

We aim for an inclusive workplace that makes every employee feel valued while also acknowledging their differences and how these differences contribute to the organisation's culture and business outcomes.

If you have a disability/medical condition and require a copy of this advertisement and attached documentation in an accessible format or would like to discuss an access requirement/reasonable adjustment for the recruitment process, please contact the Recruitment Team via email recruitment@sustainability.vic.gov.au or on 8656 6746.