Title:  Executive Director Budget Strategy & Portfolio Assurance

About Us 

The Department of Transport and Planning oversees key planning, transport and land use policy decisions across the State. A life-cycle approach to planning, building, connecting and sustaining communities means our people can come together to; improve services, deliver sustainable projects, focus on customer engagement, streamline regulatory approval pathways, facilitate community consultation and better realise local economic opportunities for more liveable communities across Victoria. 

We create thriving places and connected communities. We bring together transport, planning, land use, precinct and policy functions in a single department to deliver the best outcomes for Victorians. Together with our portfolio agencies, we are responsible for planning, building, operating and maintaining Victoria’s transport, planning and land services for use by all. We foster a safe, inclusive and constructive place to work.

About the Group

The Investment and Technology group leads and manages the investment life cycle; drives commercial advice and negotiations to facilitate reform; and enables core delivery through Finance, Procurement and Enterprise Technology.

About the Role 

This is a five year fixed term SES 2 role

As Executive Director, Budget Strategy and Portfolio Assurance, you will shape the department’s strategic budget direction and lead initiatives that deliver value for the Victorian community. Reporting to the Deputy Secretary, you will oversee the development of new funding strategies, identify commercial revenue opportunities, and drive reforms that strengthen financial sustainability. You will also lead an assurance function that provides governance, systems, and capability frameworks to optimise resource allocation and deliver tangible project benefits.

This is a role for a leader who thrives on influence and collaboration. You will work closely with senior executives, Ministers’ offices, central agencies, and partners across government and industry to align budgets and investments with long-term priorities. You will play a pivotal role in the development of the annual State Budget, ensure risk and cost are effectively managed, and deliver frameworks that lift capability across major projects.

We are seeking a strategic, outcome-focused leader with proven experience in budget strategy, project assurance, and senior stakeholder engagement in complex environments. You will inspire teams, champion an inclusive and high-performance culture, and provide authoritative advice on emerging challenges and opportunities. Your leadership will help shape decisions that deliver long-lasting benefits for Victoria.

To provide greater insight into the role the position description can be found here.   

Qualifications and role specific requirements 

• Relevant tertiary qualification in finance, economics or related discipline
• Proven record of leading a commercial function in a large complex organisation

How to apply 

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Applications close at 11.59pm on 31st August 2025. For further information about the role please contact Dean Tighe, Deputy Secretary Investment and Technology via dean.tighe@transport.vic.gov.au