Work Type: Fixed-term - Part-time
Salary: $113,022 - $136,747
Grade: VPS 5
Occupation: Projects
Location: Melbourne - CBD and Inner Metro suburbs
Reference: VG/101462
Senior Project Officer
The Role
We are seeking a motivated Senior Project Officer to manage the contract between Sport and Recreation Victoria (SRV) and the operator of the Bundha Sports Centre (BSC) and provide oversight of key contract service requirements, performance objectives, and reporting obligations.
The Senior Project Officer will establish and maintain a strong collaborative partnership with the operator and engage key stakeholders across State and Local Government to ensure service provision at the BSC meet State Government objectives and the expectations and needs of the broader community.
This position will play a role in supporting the Department of Education's monitoring and oversight of the operator's asset management obligations as outlined in the Lease with the Minister for Education.
This position will also provide support to other community sports infrastructure matters as required, including precinct planning and grant assessments.
Main accountabilities:
The Team
This position of Senior Project Officer forms a part of the Sport and Recreation Victoria Branch, which sits under Sport and Experience Economy Group.
Sport and Experience Economy (SEE) Group delivers programs and initiatives to support positive experiences and a sense of belonging through sport, tourism, events and outdoor recreation – sectors that make Victoria a recognised leader from the grassroots level to the international stage and deliver significant economic, social and health benefits for the state.
This is achieved by supporting the Minister for Tourism, Sport and Major Events, the Minister for Outdoor Recreation and the Minister for Community Sport in the delivery of sport and tourism infrastructure, and through programs and policies that strengthen the capacity of sport and experience economy organisations, reduce barriers to participation and engagement, support world-class events, and reinforce the role that vibrant sport and experience economy sectors play in growing the Victorian economy, supporting jobs and building stronger communities. We also oversee regulation of the State's hunting, fishing, boating sectors, and support the Pr ofessional Boxing and Combat Sports Board in the regulation of professional boxing and combat sports.
About You
To be successful in this role, you will have the following main skills and experience:
Further Information
For a confidential discussion, please contact Jimmy Chan, Principal Adviser, Precincts and Priority Projects on 0438 720 643 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 be required to undergo a National Police Records Check prior to commencing employment with the Department. To be eligible for this position you must hold the mandatory qualification as outlined in the position description. For further information on the position, please refer to the attached position description.
For Finance Roles:
The Department of Jobs, Skills, Industry, and Regions is an accredited CPA Australia Recognised Employer Partner.
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 respond to the Key Selection Criteria outlined in the position description.
Applications close at 23:59pm on Sunday, 8 March 2026.