What you will be doing
Reporting directly to the Director, Regulation these roles will lead a risk-based, customer centric approach to the VEC's regulatory services in political funding, disclosure and party registration (FDR). Key responsibilities include:

• Overseeing political party registration, funding, and donation disclosure functions aligned with regulatory objectives and good public administration.
• Supporting regulated entities through education, guidance and constructive compliance.
• Partnering with the compliance and enforcement team to address and manage non-compliance.
• Managing team performance and embedding a culture of continuous improvement.
• Contributing to regulatory priority projects and electoral event planning.

What you will bring to the role

• Experience leading risk-based regulatory services in a complex environment.
• The ability to lead a customer-focused regulatory model that supports education, guidance, and responsive engagement.
• Proven ability to lead high-performing teams, set strategic priorities, and embed a culture of continuous improvement.
• Well-developed communication and analytical skills.
• Commitment to the VEC's core values

How to apply
All applicants must submit:

• a current CV and
• a separate document with responses to Key Selection Criteria (KSC) 6.1 to 6.9 (inclusive)
• Applications should be lodged online via the Apply Now button (below). The VEC can only accept applications lodged via Victorian Government Careers website.

Applications close at 11:59pm on Tuesday 15 July 2025.

We highly encourage Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, people with disabilities and culturally and linguistically diverse people to apply. We are committed to diversity and inclusion in our workplaces with the people we employ, and at the ballot box with the people we serve. We aim to create a workplace that is inclusive, equitable, and safe for all. We understand that candidates may need adjustments in the recruitment process and/or workplace. For any questions or request for accommodations, please e-mail PeopleMailbox@vec.vic.gov.au. Successful applicants will be required to satisfy character clearance requirements, including but not limited to Nationally Coordinated Criminal History Check (NCCHC) and working with children check. In accordance with Section 17A of the Electoral Act 2002, the VEC may ask applicants to disclose specific political activities that could compromise the perceived independence of the organisation. Learn more about disclosing political activities.

VEC contact details

For further information please contact Lucy Barrow via 0447 577 600 or lucy.barrow@vec.vic.gov.au