Work Type: Ongoing - Full-time
Salary: $138,631 - $185,518
Grade: VPS 6
Occupation: Projects
Location: Melbourne - CBD and Inner Metro suburbs
Reference: VG/001287D
Manager Aboriginal Business Programs
This is a prioritised position for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people in accordance with the Special Measures provision of the Equal Opportunity Act 2010 (Vic). Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people are strongly encouraged to apply and will be given priority consideration for this role.
The Role
The Manager will lead in grant programs and associated policies and have excellent knowledge of financial management and procurement processes within a government setting. The Manager, Business Programs is based within the Aboriginal Economic Development Branch to strengthen and support the growth of the Aboriginal businesses sector throughout the state by leading the strategic implementation of the business pillars under the Yuma Yirramboi Strategy.
The Manager, Business Programs will have the following responsibilities:
The Team
The position of Manager, Business Programs forms a part of the Aboriginal Economic Development branch within the Economic Policy, Programs and Services group.
The Economic Policy, Programs and Services (EPPS) group brings together advanced capabilities in economics and public policy, data and modelling, program design and evaluation, project management, delivery and assurance. The Aboriginal Economic Development (AED) branch leads work across the department to support Aboriginal self-determination through employment and economic development.
About You
The successful candidate will ideally have the following skills and experience:
Further Information
For a confidential discussion, please contact Camm Myrtle, Director, Aboriginal Economic Strategy on 0418 426 388 or [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 b e 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 [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.
Applications close at 23:59pm on 30 September 2025.
For the purpose of employment in Aboriginal Designated or Aboriginal Prioritised positions within the Victorian public sector, candidates will be asked to provide Confirmation of Aboriginality. This can be confirmed by a Confirmation of Aboriginality form signed by an Aboriginal Community Controlled Organisation and affixed with the common seal of that organisation. Recognising that access to formal Confirmation of Aboriginality documents can occasionally be problematic, an alternative process can be discussed by emailing [email protected].