The Department of Jobs, Skills, Industry and Regions is focused on growing Victoria’s prosperity, building the productive capacity of our economy and increasing participation – by creating more opportunities for people through skills and jobs; helping businesses and industries to thrive; and building vibrant communities and regions. For more information, see the DJSIR Strategic Plan 2023-2027.
Our work spans numerous portfolios, supporting departmental ministers and operating across metropolitan, regional and international offices.
The Department welcomes and encourages applications from diverse applicants, including First Peoples, refugees or asylum seekers, people from culturally and linguistically diverse (CALD) backgrounds, LGBTIQ+ people and people with disability. All roles at DJSIR can be worked flexibly and we offer reasonable adjustments for applicants with disabilities.
Project Officer – Services Branch
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Salary: $81,496 to $90,227 (Plus Superannuation)
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Fixed term role: until 30 June 2027
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Usual hours of work: Full time (flexibility may be available)
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Usual work location: 121 Exhibition Street, Melbourne (flexibility may be available)
The Role
The Project Officer reports directly to the Manager, Advisory Board Secretariat Unit. The role supports the Victorian Skills Authority (VSA) Advisory Board; an independent body of senior leaders that drives quality and innovation in the vocational education and training sector.
Main accountabilities:
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Undertake the procurement of goods and services, in-line with departmental procedures, process invoices, and contract manage suppliers.
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Coordinate day-to-day communications with Advisory Board members and their executive support staff, officers internal to the VSA and the Department, and other stakeholders.
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Support board and governance processes including maintaining governance records, tracking actions, assisting with reporting requirements, and ensuring documentation is managed in accordance with departmental policies and procedures.
The Team
The position of Project Officer forms a part of the Services Branch within the Victorian Skills Authority.
The Victorian Skills Authority (VSA) provides evidence-based planning and solutions to meet current and future skills needs in Victoria. We are an administrative office led by a chief executive officer and supported by an advisory board of key stakeholders.
About You
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Teamwork: works cooperatively with others to achieve team goals, shares information and supports a positive and collaborative team environment. Builds effective working relationships across teams, shows respect for others' ideas and working styles, and supports colleagues in challenging situations.
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Stakeholder management: Maintains positive stakeholder relationships by responding to needs promptly, keeping stakeholders informed of issues and developments, and following through on enquiries, requests and complaints.
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Working collaboratively: provides effective administrative support through strong planning, organisation and attention to detail.
Further Information
For a confidential discussion, please contact Nick Condratoff, Manager, Advisory Board Advice and Support on 03 8401 7167 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. 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' b utton. As part of the application process, you will need to provide a copy of your resume and a cover letter addressing the key selection criteria outlined in the position description.
Applications close at 23:59pm on 11 June 2026.
