The Victorian Skills Authority (VSA) is an Administrative Office of the Department of Jobs, Skills, Industry and Regions (DJSIR) portfolio reporting to the Minister for Training and Skills and the Secretary, DJSIR. Established on 1 July 2021, the VSA's function is to generate data insights, develop place-based solutions for local problems, promote quality improvement, and identify skills development to achieve job outcomes that strengthen the Victorian economy.

Senior Project Officer

VPSG5

Fixed-term/Full-Time

VICTORIAN SKILLS AUTHORITY OPPORTUNITY

·Do you have strong project management, stakeholder engagement and organizational skills?

·Are you passionate about the enabling role played by the vocational education system in improving economic outcomes for Victorian individuals, employers and communities?

The newly established Victorian Skills Authority (VSA), an administrative office of the higher education and skills portfolio, is seeking a Senior Project Officer to work within the Strategic Policy and Collaborative Design Unit. The successful candidate will have experience in managing projects and/or programs, reporting, and the ability to engage strategically and tactically. Experience of managing projects within a government context would be well-regarded.

The role will have responsibility for managing work on the skills solutions partnerships initiative as well as assisting with project and program design across the Authority and undertaking various elements of research.

The role will provide other project management and policy development support as required, including on the VSA's gender equality initiatives. Applicants with an understanding and demonstrated experience working on gender equality related policy or programs are encouraged to apply.

Applications close 21/03/2023