Project Officer
Role Overview
Two VPS4 Project Officer opportunities in the Early Learning Operations and Monitoring Division of the Victorian Department of Education.
One role supports project workstreams and policy for funded kindergarten operations; the other supports implementation of a new kindergarten attendance system.
Fixed-term, full-time opportunities until 30 June 2027. Salary listed as $100,894–$114,476; pay cadence is not stated.
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Role overview
Two VPS4 Project Officer opportunities in the Early Learning Operations and Monitoring Division of the Victorian Department of Education.
One role supports project workstreams and policy for funded kindergarten operations; the other supports implementation of a new kindergarten attendance system.
Fixed-term, full-time opportunities until 30 June 2027. Salary listed as $100,894–$114,476; pay cadence is not stated.
Role responsibilities
- Deliver project workstreams and support strategic opportunities to strengthen kindergarten practices and funding outcomes.
- Contribute to design, development and implementation of policy for Victorian funded kindergarten services.
- Prepare advice, coordinate activities, engage internal and external stakeholders and support timely project milestones.
- Support implementation of the department’s new kindergarten attendance system.
- Develop and maintain executive reporting dashboards and translate insights into actionable advice.
- Support change management, contribute to operational guidelines and develop communications for sector engagement and implementation.
Attributes and qualifications
- Understand operational policies and processes and apply them to practical outcomes.
- Manage project workstreams and provide considered advice responsive to stakeholder needs and feedback.
- Identify issues, develop solutions and support continuous improvement aligned with project objectives.
- Prepare project documentation, scopes, reports and briefings; build stakeholder relationships and collaborate across teams.
- Communicate clearly, translate complex information into practical advice and adapt to changing priorities.
- A suitable tertiary qualification in a related field is desirable.
Division context
Early Learning Operations and Monitoring leads funding, policy, operational and monitoring functions for funded three- and four-year-old kindergarten in Victoria.
The division works across education teams and with sector stakeholders, supporting kindergarten funding, provider monitoring, attendance data and reform activities.
Application information
- Applicants are encouraged to submit a CV and cover letter addressing the position description’s key selection criteria.
- Applications close at 11:59 pm on 21 October 2026.
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