Senior Program Advisor, Initial Teacher Education Program Supports

Support the growth of the future teaching workforce as a Senior Program Advisor in Workforce Policy and Strategy Division (WPSD).

As a Senior Program Advisor in the Initial Teacher Education (ITE) Program Supports team, you will lead on the design, commissioning and contract management of a range of supports for pre-service teachers. You will build strong relationships with key stakeholders to understand ITE provision in Victoria, taking a collaborative approach to understanding and addressing systemic challenges. You will effectively commission and contract manage a range of programs designed to support pre-service teachers to enter and complete ITE, ensuring value for money and accountability. You will manage program budgets and governance.

You will report to the Manager of the ITE Program Supports team and as a senior member of the team you will develop and guide other team members to produce quality work.

Applicants with experience with one or more of the following are strongly encouraged to apply:

• program management and implementation,
• policy design and development,
• evaluation,
• budget management,
• procurement,
• grants management

Applicants with knowledge of Initial Teacher Education provision and/or school operations will be competitive for this role.

About the Division

WPSD is a strategic policy and program delivery division within the Department of Education. The division sets the direction for the department's approach to teacher preparation, attraction, development and retention. The division delivers a number of key workforce initiatives supporting pre-service and early career teachers, and collaborates with colleagues across the wider department to support the translation of policy to implementation. The division has growing expertise in the broader, non-teaching schools workforce.

WPSD is a motivated, high performing division. You will work with intellectually curious colleagues who are committed to the ongoing improvement of the education system. All members of the division are expected to contribute to sustaining and improving a collaborative, supportive culture and inclusive environment.

How to apply

To apply, please email your CV and a cover letter (max. 2 pages) to Clare Hamley, Manager of the Initial Teacher Education (ITE) Program Supports team, clare.hamley@education.vic.gov.au

Your cover letter should explain your interest in the role and your experience relating to the required qualifications and experience and the Key Selection Criteria (as per the Position Description).

Please note this is a fixed-term VPS5 position to 30 June 2029.

For more details regarding this position please see attached position descriptions.

The Department values diversity and inclusion in all forms - gender, religion, ethnicity, LGBTIQ+, disability and neurodiversity. Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander candidates are strongly encouraged to apply. For more information about our work, working for the Department, diversity and inclusion, and our employment conditions visit the Department website and our Diversity and Inclusion page

Applicants requiring adjustments can contact the nominated contact person.

Information about the Department of Education's operations and employment conditions can be located at www.education.vic.gov.au.

Applications close 11:59pm Thursday 1 October 2026