An exciting opportunity exists for two Senior Project Officers to play a key role in supporting the roll out and implementation of the new Increasing Community Use of School Facilities (ICUSF) Pilot Program.As part of the School Performance Division, South Western Victoria Region, the ICUSF Pilot team has been established to engage with 41 new schools and campuses in Melbourne's west, as well as local organisations, to increase the number of formal facility sharing arrangements in the community through the promoting of opportunities for shared use of facilities, supporting schools with managing and administering license agreements, and evaluating potential options to scale up the pilot program in the future.You will be working in a very dynamic space requiring a high level of communication and planning skills, exceptional stakeholder management practises, and an ability to work collaboratively and in an environment that encourages initiative and creative thinking. You will also contribute to the program evaluation process to explore to potential for program expansion at the conclusion of the pilot.About the RoleThis role is fixed term with commencement date on 10 November 2025 until 30 June 2027, located across any South Western Victoria regional office.The Senior Project Officer will report to the ICUSF Program Manager to ensure high quality and consistent approaches to the following:
Development and implementation of program communication and engagement plans for schools and community groups.
Identification of opportunities for increased formal arrangements between schools and community groups.
Robust data collation and reporting on program milestones.
Lead School and Community outreach to support achieving the strategic goals of the pilot.
Managing varied and complex stakeholder relationships, including issue resolution processes where required.
Attributes
Decision Making - Accountable for program delivery, allocation of resources and the outputs required.
Communication - Ability to initiate and maintain relationships both peer and senior internal and external stakeholders. Negotiates with stakeholders, industry bodies and other government agencies to influence views, ensure co-operation, and meet timelines for program delivery.
Strategic Planning - Ensures day to day planning and work processes are in line with team strategy. Identifies and develops own and team objectives linking strategies to actions to achieve these.
Partnering and Co-creation - Partners with stakeholders to collaborate program design process, to best understand user needs, obtain ideas, insights, and input. Ensures decisions are made within agreed timelines.
Stakeholder Management - Takes steps to add value to stakeholders. Monitors stakeholder satisfaction and constructively deals with stakeholder issues.
Project Delivery - Translates strategies into programs or projects that actively enable the achievement of outcomes. Defines the governance (e.g., success measures, roles and responsibilities, progress monitoring) required to manage risks and maximise success.
Qualifications and ExperienceThe successful applicant will be required to provide a current Working With Children Check.About the GroupSchools and Regional Services (SRS) offers central, regional, and local expertise to enhance learning and development outcomes, supported by a diverse and geographically dispersed workforce. It comprises 17 areas within 4 regions, backed by 5 central office divisions, all collaborating to deliver improved outcomes for early childhood services, schools, communities, and learners, in line with Education State commitments. SRS regions serve as a bridge between the central office, schools, and service providers, ensuring smooth transitions for learners and achieving the department's ambitious targets. Each region includes divisions specialising in school performance, student wellbeing and early childhood support, working with area-based teams to tailor local interventions and practices. The 17 areas provide crucial insights into local trends and issues, facilitating effective policy and program development and driving child and learner outcomes across all services and programs.This role is attached to the Increasing Community Use of School Facilities (ICUSF) Pilot Program, School Performance Division, South Western Victoria Region, SRS. The ICUSF Pilot team has been established to engage with 41 new schools and campuses in Melbourne's west, as well as local organisations, to increase the number of formal facility sharing atrrangements in the community. This will be done through the promoting of opportunities for shared use of facilities, supporting schools with managing and administering license agreements, and evaluating potential options to scale up the pilot program in the future.About the DepartmentThe role of the Department of Education is to support Victorians to build prosperous, socially engaged, happy and healthy lives. It does this by supporting lifelong learning and healthy development, strengthening families and helping to equip people with the skills and knowledge for a 21st century economy and society.How to ApplyApplications should include:
A resume (no more than 2 pages)
A cover letter that outlines why you are suitable for the role with reference to the requirements of the role, attributes and key selection criteria (no more than 2 pages).
Further InformationFor more details regarding this position please see attached position description for the capabilities to address in application.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 and ourApplicants requiring adjustments can contact the nominated contact person.Information about the Department of Education's operations and employment conditions can be located at .For further information pertaining to the role, please contact Eben Rojter, Acting Manager, Increasing Community Use of School Facilities Pilot, School Performance Division, South Western Victoria Region via (03) 7022 2719.Preferred applicants may be required to complete a police check and may be subject to other pre-employment checks. Information provided to the Department of Education will be treated in the strictest confidence.Please let us know via phone or email if you require any adjustments to ensure your full participation in the recruitment process or if you need the ad or any attachments in an accessible format (e.g. large print) due to any viewing difficulties or other accessibility requirements.Applications close 11:59pm on Monday 15th September 2025.Job detailsJob Reference: VG/DE/SRS/1882705 Location: South West - Victoria Work Type: Fixed term - full time Job Function: Projects Classification: VPSG5 Salary Range: $113,022 - $136,747 Job Duration: 30-JUN-2027 Date posted: 01-Sep-2025 Application Close Date: 15-Sep-2025 Attachments: (PDF, 187KB) Position DescriptionContact:Eben Rojtereben.rojter@education.vic.gov.au
