Project Director – Organisational Strategy, Governance and Performance (VPS 6.2)

 Location: Melbourne CBD

Employment Type: Full-Time, Ongoing

Salary: Grade 6 + Superannuation

Apply: 08 October 2026

• Do you have extensive leadership experience with significant strategic oversight of programs and projects?
• Join a collaborative Executive Leadership Team with a strong commitment to VCAA's vision: ‘A trusted and coherent Victorian learning continuum where rigorous standards and equitable pathways allow all Victorian learners to thrive.
• If you are looking for a role that requires strategic oversight and leadership in a complex, operational environment, this role could be for you!

About the role:

This role provides a unique opportunity to work closely with the CEO, Deputy CEO, Board and executive leadership team to lead strategic planning, strengthen governance and oversight, and support organisational performance across VCAA.

Reporting at a senior level, you will lead a high-performing team and drive work across organisational strategy, governance, assurance, risk, performance, reporting and continuous improvement. You will play a key role in supporting the organisation in delivering on its strategic priorities and maintaining strong corporate governance practices.

Key accountabilities

In this role, you will:

• lead the development, implementation and monitoring of VCAA's organisational strategy and strategic priorities
• provide authoritative strategic advice to the CEO, Deputy CEO, Board and executive leadership team
• oversee governance, assurance, risk management and performance frameworks
• lead the delivery of key organisational projects, reforms and strategic initiatives
• support organisational improvement, workforce culture and change initiatives
• strengthen accountability, reporting and performance across the organisation
• build strong internal collaboration and foster a culture of innovation and continuous improvement
• represent VCAA and maintain effective relationships with key stakeholders

About VCAA

VCAA is responsible for curriculum, assessment and reporting for Victorian schools and students. The Authority plays a central role in Victoria's education system and works closely with schools, the Department of Education and other stakeholders to support high-quality outcomes for learners.

The VCAA is a statutory body responsible to the Victorian Minister for Education, serving both government and non-government schools. In this context, the VCAA is responsible for developing high-quality curriculum and assessment products and services.

The VCAA is a registered foundational and senior secondary awarding body with the Victorian Registration and Qualifications Authority (VRQA). As part of its functions, the VCAA develops policies, criteria and standards for:

• curriculum, assessments and courses for school-aged students
• learning, development and assessments which relate to early childhood

The VCAA develops strong relationships with the government, Independent and Catholic school sector, other national and interstate curriculum authorities, academics in the field, teacher/subject associations and, most importantly, with Victorian educators. All VCAA employees are expected to perform their duties in accordance with relevant legislation, governance requirements, policies and procedures, safety obligations, the Code of Conduct for Victorian public sector employees, and the Victorian Public Sector Values.

All roles are expected to work collaboratively across teams and functions, build productive relationships, and contribute to shared organisational outcomes.

Further Information:

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.

 For further information pertaining to the role, please contact Ella McPherson at  Ella.McPherson@education.vic.gov.au

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.

Application closes 11:59pm on Thursday, 08 October 2026