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Form of workProject Officer - Fixed Term - Full Time
At the Victorian School Building Authority (VSBA) we're building a bright and better education future for Victoria. We are part of the Department of Education and work across government, industry and the community to design, build, maintain and modernise schools and kindergartens. And with record investment from the Victorian government, we're doing it at a scale not seen for 150 years.
About Us
The VSBA delivers on three key priorities:
1. To build and expand the schools and early childhood services Victoria needs for its rapidly growing population
2. To reform how we maintain and modernise school buildings and grounds
3. To engage local communities, giving them more say and keeping them better informed about new schools and major upgrades.
At the VSBA we are very good at what we do, and we're proud of the way we work together to deliver contemporary, safe, and sustainable learning environments that really work. We know that what we do enables students to do new and better things. Our work changes lives, and it takes passion and a multidisciplinary team of people to make it happen.
We are property and building experts, project managers, architects, former principals and business managers and specialists in relocatable buildings, facilities management, communications, finance, data analytics and policy. Our culture is the key to our success. We are inclusive and welcoming. We value talent and teamwork and connection. We support each other to learn and grow and to do our very best work - because our work makes a difference.
We're committed to attracting and retaining the best people. That means that when you work with us you can expect more than just a great culture: you'll also have access to the wide range of benefits available to public service employees, including flexible working arrangements, professional development opportunities and generous leave entitlements.
All VSBA staff have a shared responsibility to meet the same service standards outlined in the VSBA Customer Service Charter. Our goal is to make every interaction with the VSBA a positive one for our customers, colleagues and key partners regardless of our individual role or team.
About the Role
The role of a Project Officer within Project Delivery Division is to support the delivery of infrastructure projects by:
- Coordinating all aspects of execution across the project lifecycle from feasibility, through to tendering, to project close to ensure expectations are understood and agreed, the program is maintained, key milestones are met, and that delivery, performance and financial targets are achieved.
- Collaborating with internal and external teams on a range of matters, such as planning, design, legal and communications.
- Assisting in the establishment and maintenance of effective relationships with diverse stakeholders in order to manage risks and resolve issues impacting Project Delivery.
- Providing clear and timely advice and reporting on project planning, Project Delivery status, benefits and outcomes for a range of stakeholders, including Ministers, the Secretary, senior officers and project teams.
The ideal candidate will have:
- Knowledge and experience in the planning, execution, coordination and delivery of projects
- Excellent communication and liaison skills and be able to engage with internal and external stakeholders
- An understanding and experience of public sector infrastructure funding and delivery systems is desirable but not essential.
Requirements for applications:
- Cover Letter
- Resume
- Response to Key Selection Criteria (refer to Position Description)
For more details regarding this position please see attached position descriptions.
The Department values diversity and inclusion in all forms - gender, religion, ethnicity, LGBTIQ+, disability and neurodiversity. Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander candidates are strongly encouraged to apply. For more information about our work, working for the Department, diversity and inclusion, and our employment conditions visit the Department website and our Diversity and Inclusion page.
Applicants requiring adjustments can contact the nominated contact person.
Information about the Department of Education's operations and employment conditions can be located at www.education.vic.gov.au.
Applications close on 1st April 2024.
