Work Type: Fixed-term - Full-time
Salary: $81,496 - $98,955
Grade: VPS 3
Occupation: Projects
Location: Melbourne - CBD and Inner Metro suburbs
Reference: VG/DE/ECE/1936368
This includes a number of sector supports and programs to help ensure viable, well managed services that are accessible to all children. The newly established Kindergarten Audit, Assurance and Risk team oversees an external audit program of funded providers, conducts complex provider financial assessments, governance research and advice, and contributes to development of strategic risk tiering and assessment tools and compliance frameworks.
The Project Officer plans and undertakes administration and governance of special projects and programs.
About the opportunity
We have an exciting opportunity for a Project Officer to join the newly established Kindergarten Audit, Assurance and Risk team within the Sector Monitoring sub-branch of ELOM. The role entails collecting and analysing data associated with projects undertaken, preparing written and visual reports on project outcomes, and providing general support to ensure smooth project and program management. The role requires a proactive self-starter with a keen eye for detail, strong administration and stakeholder management skills, and a willingness to work across multiple fast-paced projects. Due to the varied nature of projects within the team, this role provides the opportunity to develop into various career pathways, including project or program management, audit, financial analysis, data analytics, risk management and policy development.
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How to Apply
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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 for the capabilities to address in application.
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 cond itions visit the Department website and our Diversity and Inclusion page
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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 Tanya James, Senior Manager, Sector Monitoring at [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 30 June 2026.