Work Type: Ongoing - Full-time
Salary: $97,955 - $111,142
Grade: VPS 4
Occupation: Governance and risk management
Location: Melbourne - CBD and Inner Metro suburbs
Reference: VG/101665
Governance Officer
The Role
We are seeking a motivated and capable Governance Officer to support the work of the TAFE Governance team within the Office of TAFE Coordination and Delivery. This role offers a valuable opportunity to develop skills in governance, communication, and stakeholder engagement while contributing to key projects and processes that support the effective governance of Victoria's TAFE network.
This role offers an excellent foundation for a career in public administration or governance, with opportunities to learn and develop skills, while contributing to improving the public accountability, performance, and strategic outcomes of the TAFE Network.
Reporting to the Senior Governance Officer in the TAFE Governance team, you will assist in planning and coordinating communications and project activities, providing governance advice, and engaging with a broad range of internal and external stakeholders. The role involves supporting the preparation of briefs and reports, contributing to policy and project documentation, and assisting with the analysis of governance information to inform advice and decision-making.
The Team
The position of Governance Officer forms a part of the TAFE Strategy Systems and Tertiary Governance Branch within the Skills and TAFE Group.
Key responsibilities include:
About You
The ideal candidate will have strong written communication and analytical skills, attention to detail, and a genuine interest in public sector governance. You will demonstrate initiative, a willingness to learn, and the ability to work both independently and collaboratively in a dynamic, high-performing team.
Further Information
For a confidential discussion, please contact Marie Syrjanen, Manager, Tertiary Governance, at [email protected].
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 no tify the DJSIR Talent Acquisition Team on 0472 875 685, or via email at [email protected] with the position number in the subject line.
How to Apply
Please click the ‘Apply Now' button. 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 7 December 2025.