About the role:
The Countering Violent Extremism (CVE) Unit aims to reduce the risk of individuals from becoming or remaining violent extremists and to address the social impacts of violent extremism by undertaking the following activities:
- Build the resilience of communities to violent extremism.
- Support the diversion of individuals at risk of becoming violent extremists when possible.
- Establish a coordinated intervention structure that can best identify, and support individuals deemed at risk of radicalisation to violent extremism.
- Enhance the capacity of Government and non-Government agencies to support and deliver CVE identification and intervention activities.
- Develop and maintain highly coordinated prevention, preparedness, and response arrangements in relation to threats and acts of terrorism in Victoria.
- Develop programs to prevent terrorism and counter violent extremism in Victoria and lead the Victoria Police's agenda and participation in national and international counter terrorism forums.
The Project Administrator sits within the CVE Unit Policy and Projects Team, reporting to the Senior Policy and Projects Advisor. The role of the Project Administrator is to provide project support to a large portfolio of projects intended to meet policy goals under state and national CVE policies.
Victoria Police is a contemporary and agile workplace and supports flexible working arrangements.
Your duties will include:
Day to day tasks include the development of project management plans, supporting stakeholder consultation activities such as coordinating meetings with stakeholders, supporting evaluation activities such as compiling and reviewing key data and documents, and drafting forms and reporting as required. Other core duties include:
- Support a range of confidential project activities using appropriate research techniques and methods and contribute to the ongoing monitoring of project outcomes & methodology.
- Develop and maintain processes, systems and accurate records and produce relevant management reports.
- Provide a range of office and administrative support services, including HR and finance activities, maintaining filing systems,
- Meet strict timelines and effectively balance competing demands with supervision, working both independently and as a member of a team.
- Research a broad range of issues relevant to the Division and support/coordinate projects as required, providing reports to the Superintendent and Senior Management Team.
- Other duties as directed.
About You:
The successful candidate will ideally have the following skills and experience:
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
- Demonstrated experience supporting the management of a range of projects.
- Demonstrated experience working as a member of a team, contributing to team goals.
- Demonstrated experience providing high quality administrative support services.
- A related university degree is desirable.
Further Information:
- One (1) x full-time, ongoing position available.
- This position is located at Victoria Police Centre, 311 Spencer Street, Docklands.
- The successful applicant will be required to undergo National Security Vetting, achieve and maintain a security classification as determined by the Department Head. To achieve this, applicants must be an Australian Citizen.
- The successful candidate will be required to undergo pre-employment checks which may include fingerprint checks and misconduct screening.
- We expect our people to foster a safe and inclusive environment where their behaviour and attitude reflects, builds upon and promotes a positive and collaborative workplace that respects the culture and values of Victoria Police.
Your application must include:
- Resume
- Response to the Key Selection Criteria - found in the position description attached to the job advertisement.
Applications close midnight, Wednesday 26 August 2026.
Please Note: All applications will need to be submitted through one of the following platforms: Victorian Government careers website (Careers.vic). Applications will not be accepted via other platforms or email.
For further information, please contact: Kat Hoggett on (03) 8335 8831 or [email protected]
We welcome applications from people with disability and aim to support an inclusive recruitment experience. If you require a copy of this advertisement and attached documentation in an accessible format or would like to discuss an access requirement/reasonable adjustment for the recruitment process (including an alternate method of submission of the application), please contact VPS Recruitment via email [email protected] or on (03) 8335 6004.
About Us:
Victoria Police has a dedicated workforce of more than 22,000 employees consisting of police, protective services officers, police custody officers, and public service staff. Each employee plays a vital role in providing the 24/7, 365 days a year emergency response and public safety capability the organisation delivers to its community. As a Victoria Police employee, you have a dedication and commitment to community safety.
Victoria Police is committed to creating a workplace that is safe and inclusive of all our people. We empower and expect our people, at all levels, to develop interpersonal connections and collaborate, use sound judgement, and create and innovate.
In alignment with the principle of self-determination, Victoria Police is dedicated to enhancing our collaboration with the Aboriginal community in Victoria as we build a culturally safe and inclusive workplace for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander employees. We continue to engage and build relationships with local Aboriginal communities and work closely with them to enhance opportunities and services aimed at empowerment, equality, and equal participation across all areas of the organisation.
We value the diversity and differences of our employees, including their age, gender, culture, religion, sexual orientation, abilities, and life experience. We celebrate these diverse experiences and perspectives as each person brings an informed and contemporary approach to our work which enhances the wellbeing of all. We aim to provide a safe place that is reflective of the community it serves, allowing everyone to bring their whole selves to work."
If after reading this, you're not sure you tick every single criteria box, but have the passion to get behind our purpose, the determination to face a challenge and a willingness to grow and learn, we think you should click the apply button anyway. We're passionate about building a diverse and inclusive team, and love hearing from people like you.
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