Work Type: Fixed-term - Full-time
Salary: $142,790 - $191,084
Grade: VPS 6
Occupation: Education and training
Location: Loddon Mallee - Greater Bendigo
Reference: VG/DE/SRS/1921057
About the Role
The Bendigo Education Plan is a unique local plan that aims to connect the different education sectors in Bendigo, creating clear pathways and access to high-quality educational services from birth, through schooling and into higher education, training and employment. This plan covers early childhood, schooling, higher education and pathways.
The project manager will manage implementation of the plan, including:
The project manager will have strong project management, communication and stakeholder management skills. Prior experience at a similar level is desirable.
The role would be based in the Loddon Campaspe Area office in Bendigo, reporting to the Area Executive Director.
The is a fixed-term full-time opportunity until 30 June 2027.
About us
The Victorian Government is making Victoria the education state by delivering a set of strategic actions and investments to give education the greatest possible role in our state's social and economic progress, and to ensure every victorian has access to a great education. The Bendigo Education Plan 2018 is our local approach to this state-wide agenda.
The Bendigo Education Plan harnesses our collective responsibility for transforming education and ensuring that our services and community work together in the best interests of Bendigo's children and young people to address these challenges.
About the Department
The department provides a wide range of learning and development support and services.
The department provides policy leadership, plans for the future of education in Victoria and leads key cross-sector collaboration. The department plays an important system steward role by providing support, guidance, oversight and assurance across early childhood and school education systems.
How to Apply
Please click the Apply Now button on this advertisement.
Applications should include a cover letter which addresses the key selection criteria (no longer than 2 pages) and resume.
Further Information
For more details regarding this position please see attached position description.
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.
For further information pertaining to the role, please contact Anne Cunniff – Area Executive Director via [email protected]
Preferred applicants may be required to complete a police check and may be subject to other pre-employment checks. Information provided to the Department of Education will be treated in the strictest confidence.
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Applications close 11:59pm on Friday, 15 May 2026.