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Senior Program Officer - Capital Programs

Department of Jobs, Precincts and Regions

The Department of Jobs, Precincts and Regions (DJPR) was established to ensure Victoria's strong economic performance by growing industries and regions. Here at DJPR, we're making sure Victoria's economy benefits all Victorians by creating more jobs for more people, building thriving places and regions and nurturing inclusive communities.

Our work supports a range of diverse portfolios and operates across metropolitan, regional and international offices. We also oversee various public entities, including public corporations, regulatory authorities and specialist boards.

The Department strongly encourages applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people and offers reasonable adjustments for applicants with disabilities.

Our values are accountability, integrity and respect, and underpin everything we do.

Senior Program Officer - Capital Programs

  • $101,120 – $122,348 (Plus Superannuation)
  • Fixed Term for 16 Months
  • Usual hours of work: Full Time (flexibility may be available)
  • Usual work location: 2 Lonsdale Street, Melbourne (flexibility may be available)

ONLY ABORIGINAL AND TORRES STRAIT ISLANDER PEOPLE ARE ELIGIBLE TO APPLY AS THIS POSITION IS EXEMPT UNDER THE SPECIAL MEASURES PROVISION OF S12(1) OF THE EQUAL OPPORTUNITY ACT (VIC).

The position of Senior Program Manager – Capital Programs - forms part of the Local Government Victoria branch within the Local Government and Suburban Development group.

Reporting to the Program Manager, this role will undertake duties and tasks designated to support, but not limited to, the effective and efficient delivery of the Aboriginal Community Infrastructure Program with focus on developing strong and mutually beneficial stakeholder relationships across Government and the Aboriginal community organisation sector.

The position will also carry out critical research, undertake activities to explore program development opportunities and implementation, support program management and apply expertise to assess incoming grant applications.

Note: Throughout this document, the term Aboriginal is used to refer to both Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people.

Are you?

  • Seeking an opportunity to learn, grow and achieve?
  • Passionate about working closely with Victorian Aboriginal community organisations?
  • Wanting to develop existing networks within Government?
  • Wanting to drive continuous improvement to address the expanding infrastructure needs of Aboriginal organisations and communities?
  • Looking to apply advanced problem solving and communications skills?
  • Experienced in engaging with Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander communities?

For a confidential discussion, please call Sarah Ritchie, Program Manager Capital Programs on 0409 593 267 or Andrew Clegg, Director, Sector Investment on 0411 752 071.

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.

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Please click the ‘Apply Now' button. 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.

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