About the VEC

At the Victorian Electoral Commission (VEC) we are not just about elections, we are about enabling all Victorians to actively participate in their democracy. The VEC conducts State and local council elections and is responsible for promoting public awareness and understanding of electoral issues in the Victorian community. Our goal is to be change ready and responsive to legislative changes and community expectations in a dynamic and complex operating environment.

About the role

The Engagement Lead within the Education and Inclusion team is pivotal in managing the four Community Engagement Coordinators, as well as collaborating with the Education Lead to design and manage the VEC's community-based electoral education and engagement programs. The role is key to supporting meaningful connections between organisations, stakeholders, the community and VEC staff to ensure a high level of collaboration in order to improve electoral participation of traditionally under-represented groups. For further information about the role, please see the attached Position Description.

What you'll bring to the role

• Technical Knowledge: Experience in applying specialist diversity, equity and inclusion knowledge to community engagement initiatives. Qualifications, experience and/or in-depth knowledge of co-design, design principles, asset-based community development and risk identification and mitigation related to community engagement initiatives.
• Project Management: Ability to project manage multiple community engagement projects simultaneously, ensuring they are delivered on time, within budget, and meet performance measures.
• Leadership and Collaboration: Proven ability to guide and support a team involved in delivering effective and high-quality education programs. Experience working with cross-functional teams to provide direction, and promote a collaborative and inclusive work environment.

How to apply

All applicants must submit:

•  a current CV and
• a separate document with responses to Key Selection Criteria (KSC) 4.1, 4.2, 4.3, 4.4, 4.5 and 4.6 as listed in the position description.

Applications should be lodged online via the "Apply Now" button (below). The VEC can only accept applications lodged via Victorian Government Careers website.

We highly encourage Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, people with disabilities and culturally and linguistically diverse people to apply.

Successful applicants will be required to satisfy character clearance requirements, including but not limited to national police check and working with children check.

We are committed to diversity and inclusion in our workplaces with the people we employ, and at the ballot box with the people we serve. We aim to create a workplace that is inclusive, equitable, and safe for all.

We understand that candidates may need adjustments in the recruitment process and/or workplace. For any questions or request for accommodations, please e-mail [email protected] using the subject line: Engagement Lead enquiry via EthicalJobs.

In accordance with Section 17A of the Electoral Act 2002, the VEC may ask applicants for disclosure of specific political activities that could compromise the perceived independence of the organisation. Please click here to read more.

VEC contact details

For further information please contact Abigail Elliott, Manager Education and Inclusion on (03) 8620 1182 or email [email protected].