At the Department of Justice and Community Safety, we’re looking for people who want to make a difference. People who take pride in their work. People who get things done. People who are committed to making Victoria a safer place.
We embrace diversity and strive to have a workforce that reflects the community we serve. We’re all about recruiting the best people, regardless of gender, age, disability, religion, sexual orientation, or cultural background. If you think you can do the job and would be a good fit for our department, we’d love to hear from you.
The department is committed to the safety and wellbeing of children and recognises that children’s rights need to be respected, their views welcomed and valued, and their concerns taken seriously and acted upon.
If you require adjustments to the recruitment and selection process, or require an alternative format to any of the application material, please don't hesitate to get in touch with the contact person listed on this ad.
For more information on working with us and our recruitment process, please visit justice.vic.gov.au/careers
We’re proud of the important work we do across Victoria. Want to be part of it?
- Help deliver gambling projects that reduce harm across Victoria.
- Work on major gambling licences and reforms in Melbourne's CBD.
- Use your data skills to guide decisions that affect communities.
- Build your project skills through varied work with a clear public purpose.
- Ongoing, full-time role earning $100,894 - $114,476 per year, plus super.
About us
The Gambling, Liquor & Tobacco business unit supports the regulation of gambling, liquor and tobacco in Victoria, to minimise the harms these products can cause and contribute positively to the Victorian economy. It is responsible for:
- delivering and further developing the Victorian Government's strategic response to gambling, liquor and tobacco
- developing and implementing the government's policy on major gambling licensing processes
- delivering a research and evaluation program to inform responses to gambling harm in Victoria.
What you will do
As project officer, you will help plan, track and deliver gambling projects. You will support work on gambling licences and YourPlay, which helps people set spending limits.
You will:
- prepare clear project plans, reports and briefings to help guide decisions
- organise project meetings, record decisions and follow up agreed actions
- research gambling licence issues and analyse YourPlay data to provide practical advice
- track project schedules, progress and risks, keeping accurate records and helping resolve issues
- build strong working relationships with government, industry and community groups to support project delivery.
About you
You do not need a mandatory qualification for this role. Ideally, you have a relevant project management qualification or equivalent experience.
You should also have:
- knowledge of project and contract management, from planning through to completion
- experience in data analysis and writing reports that explain your findings
- problem-solving skills to assess risks, plan tasks and keep projects on track
- clear communication and teamwork skills to adapt to change and support an inclusive workplace.
To learn even more about this role, please read the position description. If you have any further questions, feel free to email Jacqui Meagher at [email protected].
Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander (Aboriginal) people are strongly encouraged to apply. Learn more about our Aboriginal workforce strategy.
How to apply
Please click the Apply button on this advertisement. Applications should include a resume and covering letter. Attachments can be uploaded in .doc, .docx, .pdf, .txt or .rtf formats.
The successful candidate will be required to undergo pre-employment checks which may include national police checks and misconduct screening.
If you require adjustments to the recruitment and selection process, or require an alternative format to any of the application material, please don't hesitate to get in touch with the contact person listed on this ad.
IMPORTANT INFORMATION:
Child safe statement of commitment
The Department of Justice and Community Safety is committed to the safety and wellbeing of children and young people. We seek to prevent harm of any
kind impacting children and young people and have zero tolerance for racism, child abuse and inequality. Children and young people's rights, relationships, identity, and culture must be recognised and respected, their voices heard, and their concerns acted upon. We aim to foster a culturally safe, child safe and child friendly environment for all children and young people we have contact with, deliver services to, or are impacted by our work.