The Department of Economic Development, Jobs, Transport and Resources (DEDJTR) is the Victorian Government’s lead agency for creating the conditions to sustainably develop the Victorian economy and grow employment. Our role is to increase jobs, investment, exports and opportunities; stimulate innovation, competitiveness, and confidence; and support sustainability.

The Department is committed to building a culture where we say 'yes' to flexible work arrangements, and support ways of working that help employees balance work and home life. The Department is an equal opportunity employer and welcomes applicants from a diverse range of backgrounds.

The Department strongly encourages applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people. 

The Department offers reasonable adjustments for applicants with disabilities on request.

• $81,354 - $92,304 (plus superannuation)
• Fixed Term (3 years)
• Usual hours of work: Part Time (flexibility may be available)
• Usual work location: 121 Exhibition Street, Melbourne (flexibility may be available)

The position of Project Officer forms a part of the Policy, Programs, Small Business and Employment Division within the Employment Investment and Trade Group. 

The Employment, Investment and Trade Group delivers programs and services to grow the Victorian economy. Its focus is on creating jobs and raising incomes through industry development, targeted investment and increasing the export value of Victorian firms.

Reporting to the Principal Policy Officer, this position supports the coordination and delivery of key employment policy projects such as the Jobs Victoria Innovation Fund, as well as contributing to policy advice and program development relating to employment support for long-term jobseekers. The position will assist in managing the delivery of the Jobs Victoria Innovation Fund, including coordination of applications, funding agreements and sharing of lessons with broader employment programs.

This position will interact with and provide high quality support to senior management and stakeholders within the public sector, the Minister, the Executive and relevant organisations.

The successful candidate will require well-developed project management skills including the ability to prioritise and deliver multiple tasks to a high standard and contribute to continuous improvement.

A demonstrated ability to effectively plan, coordinate and manage work activities independently or as a part of a team with minimal supervision and direction will also be an advantage. Strong interpersonal skills including the ability to collaborate, establish, develop and maintain effective relationships with a wide range of internal and external stakeholders will be necessary to succeed in this role. 

The Employment Outcomes Branch of DEDJTR delivers the Victorian Government's Jobs Victoria program that addresses disadvantage through a range of initiatives designed to enhance the levels of economic inclusion for long-term jobseekers and communities. As the Employment Outcomes branch is growing, this is one of several new positions which have been created to enable the ongoing delivery of Jobs Victoria.