Title:  Director Portfolio Financial Management

About Us 

We create thriving places and connected communities. We plan, build and maintain Victoria’s transport, planning and land services. We are committed to a safe, inclusive and high-performing workplace. 

We welcome applicants from diverse backgrounds and are committed to creating a safe, inclusive workplace where our people can thrive and do meaningful work.   

About the role 

This is a Fixed Term Position (Executive contract up to 5 years)

The Director, Portfolio Financial Management leads a team responsible for whole-of-portfolio financial management, budgeting, reporting, and oversight across the Transport Portfolio. Reporting to the Chief Financial Officer, the role is the primary liaison with the Department of Treasury and Finance (DTF) and requires extensive experience in executive-level stakeholder management, financial strategy, budgeting, reporting, and team leadership.

The role provides strategic financial advice, supports departmental planning and State Budget processes, and ensures strong partnerships with DTF and key stakeholders. It also drives organisational change, leads high-performing and inclusive teams, manages resources effectively, and ensures compliance with governance frameworks and budget requirements.

What we’re looking for 

You’re someone who: 

• Demonstrates strong business and commercial acumen, driving value, improving efficiency, and using financial and economic insights to inform decisions and manage risk.
• Builds trusted stakeholder relationships by understanding underlying needs, identifying shared priorities, and delivering mutually beneficial outcomes.
• Navigates political and organisational environments effectively, influencing outcomes while upholding governance, ethics, and legislative requirements.
• Inspires and develops high-performing teams, fostering collaboration, capability, diversity, inclusion, and a positive workplace culture.
• Takes a strategic, future-focused approach, driving organisational performance, continuous improvement, and evidence-based outcomes across the transport and planning sector.

Click here to access the Position Description. 

Qualifications and experience 

You’ll bring: 

• A tertiary qualification in Accounting, Business, Economics, or a related discipline.
• Extensive senior leadership experience in financial management, ideally within the Victorian Government or broader public sector.
• Strong knowledge of the Victorian Government Budget and Financial Management Framework, with the ability to apply it in complex organisational environments.

Pre-employment checks and employment conditions  

Relevant pre-employment screening and reference checks will be required. 

Applicants must be an Australian Citizen, Permanent Resident or hold a valid work permit or visa necessary for the nature of the position. 

Recipients of Victorian Public Service (VPS) voluntary departure packages should note that re-employment restrictions apply.  

How to apply 

Click the ‘Apply’ button to be redirected to our recruitment platform, where you may need to create an account to submit your application. 

Applications close at 11.59pm on Friday, 26th June 2026. 

Please include both your resume and a cover letter addressing how your experience addresses each of the key selection criteria for the role. All applications must be submitted via the online portal, we’re unable to accept email or manual submissions. 

For further information about the role, please contact Effie Doumis, Chief Financial Officer at Effie.doumis@transport.vic.gov.au.

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