Senior Project Officer
The Department of Jobs, Skills, Industry and Regions is focused on growing Victoria’s prosperity, building the productive capacity of our economy and increasing participation – by creating more opportunities for people through skills and jobs; helping businesses and industries to thrive; and building vibrant communities and regions. For more information, see the DJSIR Strategic Plan 2023-2027.
Our work spans numerous portfolios, supporting departmental ministers and operating across metropolitan, regional and international offices.
The Department welcomes and encourages applications from diverse applicants, including First Peoples, refugees or asylum seekers, people from culturally and linguistically diverse (CALD) backgrounds, LGBTIQ+ people and people with disability. All roles at DJSIR can be worked flexibly and we offer reasonable adjustments for applicants with disabilities.
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| Department: | Department of Jobs, Skills, Industry and Regions |
| Work Type: | Fixed term - full time |
| Job Function: | Projects |
| Classification: | VPSG5 |
| Work Location: | Melbourne - CBD |
| Reference: | VG/EREC3672 |
| Closing Date: | 08-Nov-2026 |
| Salary Range: | $116,413 - $140,849 |
| Job Duration: | Fixed term until 31 December 2028 |
| Attachments: | PD_ST OTCD TSSTG 101728 - Senior Project Officer VPS5.docx (Word, 244KB) Position Description |
| Contact: | Elspeth Roszkowski, Manager, Strategy team Elspeth.Roszkowski@ecodev.vic.gov.au |
Position Details
Senior Project Officer
- Salary: $116,413 - $140,849 plus superannuation
- Work Type: Fixed term until 31 December 2028
- 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 critical role in driving the successful delivery of complex projects, products and initiatives within the TAFE Strategy, Systems and Tertiary Governance Branch. You will ensure key project milestones are achieved on time, within scope and on budget while effectively managing risks and dependencies.
You will provide high-level analysis, advice and support to inform project delivery and decision-making, prepare project plans, reports and briefs, and engage with internal and external stakeholders to build strong, collaborative partnerships. The role will contribute to new and existing TAFE network initiatives, including projects relating to courseware, VET workforce development, AI-assisted RPL and the National TAFE Network.
The ideal candidate will bring proven experience managing complex projects, strong organisational skills, a strategic mindset and excellent communication and stakeholder engagement capabilities. Knowledge of Victoria's TAFE network, experience driving change in complex systems and/or designing and implementing reform initiatives will be highly regarded.
Main accountabilities:
- Develop project briefs consistent with business plan direction.
- Develop briefs on highly complex issues that provide options for discussion and consideration and contribute to the development of final options for decision.
- Provide leadership in the adaptation and application of concepts to operational matters within the local work area.
- Manage cross-functional delivery within a defined service.
- Negotiate with stakeholders and peers to gain cooperation and meet timelines for delivery of projects, services or advice.
The Team
The position of Senior Project Officer forms a part of the TAFE Strategy, Systems and Tertiary Governance Branch within Skills and TAFE.
Skills and TAFE focuses on enabling Victorians to access the knowledge, skills and attributes they need to participate in today's workforce, prepare for future jobs and achieve their educational aspirations. Working in close partnership with the Victorian Skills Authority, Skills and TAFE provides leadership and stewardship of a responsive, high-quality vocational education and training system, including oversight of the Victorian TAFE Network.
The Office of TAFE Coordination and Delivery plays a system leadership and management role for the Victorian TAFE Network and is responsible for driving change in how the network responds to government priorities and provides training as a coordinated network.
About You
You will bring strong stakeholder engagement skills, identifying shared issues and using them to build mutually beneficial partnerships. You will also have demonstrated project delivery capability, translating strategies into programs or projects that achieve required outcomes.
Further Information
For a confidential discussion, please contact Elspeth Roszkowski, Manager, Strategy team, at Elspeth.Roszkowski@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. For further information on the position, please refer to the attached position description.
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
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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.
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 08-NOV-2026.
