Principal Program Manager
Principal Program Manager
Our areas of focus are child protection, housing, disability, the prevention of family violence, multicultural affairs, LGBTIQA+ equality, veterans, women and youth. The work we do benefits thousands of Victorians, particularly those who are disadvantaged and vulnerable.
We work in a variety of community-based settings, including people's homes, residential facilities and secure settings across metropolitan, rural and regional Victoria.
We are committed to developing and supporting a workforce that is well equipped and highly motivated. All jobs can be worked flexibly, and we encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people and people from diverse backgrounds and abilities.
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For more information on working with us and our recruitment process, please visit Department of Families, Fairness and Housing Victoria | Jobs (www.dffh.vic.gov.au/jobs)
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| Department: | Homes Victoria |
| Work Type: | Fixed term - full time |
| Job Function: | Consulting and Strategy |
| Classification: | VPSG6 |
| Work Location: | Melbourne - CBD |
| Reference: | VG/746761 |
| Closing Date: | 25-Nov-2026 |
| Salary Range: | $142,790 - $191,084 |
| Job Duration: | Fixed term until: 31-AUG-2027 |
| Attachments: | 2026-11-11 746761 PMO Principal Program Manager PD.docx (Word, 128KB) Position Description |
| Contact: | Danielle Dowding 0478041169 danielle.dowding@homes.vic.gov.au |
Position Details
THE ROLE
The Principal Program Manager, PMO Transformation is responsible for leading the planning, coordination and implementation of the Portfolio Management Office (PMO) Uplift Program, aimed at strengthening project and portfolio management practices, improving data quality and reporting, and establishing more consistent and efficient ways of working across Homes Victoria.
The role provides strategic advice and recommendations on uplift priorities, delivery approaches and resource requirements, coordinating activities across internal business areas and external service providers to deliver integrated improvements to governance, systems, processes and organisational priorities. The role will support the successful implementation and embedding of these improvements to strengthen delivery oversight, accountability and evidence-based decision making.
ACCOUNTABILITIES INCLUDE
- Program planning and coordination – Lead the development and ongoing management of the PMO Uplift Program plan, coordinating workstreams, resources, milestones and dependencies to support effective and timely implementation.
- Strategic advice and prioritisation – Assess business requirements, improvement opportunities and implementation options, providing evidence-based recommendations on uplift priorities, sequencing, delivery approaches and resource allocation to support informed decision-making.
- Integrated program delivery – Coordinate the delivery of interdependent uplift initiatives across portfolio management frameworks, systems, financial management, data quality, reporting and organisational capability, ensuring activities are aligned and collectively achieve program objectives.
Please open the position description to read more.
HOW TO APPLY
Applicants are encouraged to apply online. Attachments can be uploaded in .doc, .docx, .pdf, .txt or .rtf formats.
Applicants are required to submit a CV and Cover Letter (max 2 pages) outlining their suitability to the role in line with the Key Selection Criteria.
Applicants must be an Australian Citizen, Permanent Resident or hold a valid work permit or visa. Work eligibility will be checked as part of the recruitment process.
Preferred candidates will be required to complete pre-employment screening, including a national police check and misconduct screening.
For more information on working with us and our recruitment process, please visit Department of Families, Fairness and Housing Victoria | Jobs (www.dffh.vic.gov.au/jobs)
Please apply to submit your interest in this position.
Job details
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| Department: | Homes Victoria |
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| Job Reference: | VG/746761 |
| Location: | Melbourne - CBD |
| Work Type: | Fixed term - full time |
| Job Function: | Consulting and Strategy |
| Classification: | VPSG6 |
| Salary Range: | $142,790 - $191,084 |
| Job Duration: | Fixed term until: 31-AUG-2027 |
| Date posted: | 11-Nov-2026 |
| Application Close Date: | 25-Nov-2026 |
| Attachments: | 2026-11-11 746761 PMO Principal Program Manager PD.docx (Word, 128KB) Position Description |
| Contact: |
Danielle Dowding
0478041169 danielle.dowding@homes.vic.gov.au
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