Work Type: Fixed-term - Full-time
Salary: $290,601 - $419,000
Grade: VPS SES2
Occupation: Leadership and management
Location: Melbourne - CBD and Inner Metro suburbs
Reference: VG/1955584
The Victorian Institute of Teaching (VIT) is an independent statutory authority, whose primary function is to regulate members of the teaching profession.
About us
The VIT’s vision is to ensure that Victorian learners have the best teachers. All our work focusses on raising the quality of teaching and providing for the safety and wellbeing of children and young people.
We are committed to building an inclusive workforce where the full potential of all employees is reached and our differences are embraced. The VIT supports and enables employees to work safely in a discrimination-free environment and enjoy equal opportunities.
Chief Executive Officer - Interim
Victorian Institute of Teaching | Docklands, Melbourne
Six-Month Fixed-Term Contract | SES Band 2
Lead Victoria's independent teaching regulator through a critical period of reform, organisational stewardship and strategic delivery.
The Victorian Institute of Teaching (VIT) is Victoria's independent statutory regulator of the teaching profession. VIT plays a critical role in protecting the safety and wellbeing of children and young people, maintaining public confidence in the teaching profession, regulating teacher registration and conduct, and upholding standards that enable quality teaching across Victoria.
The VIT Council is seeking Expressions of Interest from accomplished executive leaders for the position of Interim Chief Executive Officer for a six-month fixed-term appointment.
Reporting to the Council through the Chair, the CEO is the principal executive officer of VIT and is responsible for leading the organisation's regulatory, strategic and operational functions while supporting Council in fulfilling its governance, stewardship and oversight responsibilities.
This is a unique opportunity to lead a respected statutory authority at a pivotal time, providing stability, leadership and strategic direction while progressing key organisational, regulatory and government priorities.
About the role
Operating under authority delegated by the VIT Council, the Interim CEO will be responsible for:
The successful candidate will provide visible leadership while ensuring continuity of operations and delivery of key strategic and regulatory priorities.
About you
The Council is seeking a highly capable executive leader who can quickly establish credibility, build trust and deliver outcomes within a complex and highly accountable public sector environment.
You will bring:
Experience in regulatory, integrity, education, health, child safety, professional standards or public sector environments will be highly regarded.
Interim Appointment
This appointment is for a six-month fixed-term period. During the term of this appointment, the VIT Council will engage an independent executive search and recruitment agency to undertake a comprehensive recruitment process for the appointment of a longer-term Chief Executive Officer. The successful interim appointee will play an important role in maintaining organisational momentum, progressing key priorities and supporting a smooth transition to the future
CEO.
Remuneration
This position is classified as Senior Executive Service (SES) Band 2 under the Victorian Government Executive Employment Framework.
Remuneration will be negotiated commensurate with the successful candidate's skills, experience and capability.
Why Join Us
Our values
At VIT, we are guided by the Victorian Public Sector values of:
Responsiveness | Integrity | Impartiality | Accountability | Respect | Leadership | Human Rights
These values underpin how we work and how we support each other every day.
How to apply
Please submit your current resume and a cover letter no more than 3 pages outlining your skills and experience and suitability for the role against the Key Selection Criteria.
Please note: Candidates require a full Working with Children check.
Recruitment and selection process
During the recruitment and selection process, shortlisted applicants may be asked to submit to various assessment tools and pre-employment screenings. This may include consent to conduct a nationally coordinated criminal history check.
Applications close: 11:59pm 18 November 2026