Title:  Program Officer

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 until 30 June 2028

The Program Officer supports the administration and delivery of government grant programs that fund housing and enabling infrastructure across Victoria. The role ensures programs meet financial management and government requirements while supporting effective allocation of funding, project tracking, procurement, budgets, milestones and reporting.

The role also provides project management and business support across the Land Delivery Division, developing reporting processes and maintaining accurate documentation. It requires strong analytical, communication and organisational skills, the ability to build effective relationships with government and industry stakeholders, influence senior stakeholders, work collaboratively and adapt to changing priorities while contributing to a positive team culture. 

What we’re looking for (Selection Criteria) 

You’re someone who: 

• Thinks systemically, understanding broader organisational impacts and using the right tools and information to assess issues and make sound decisions.
• Looks for opportunities to improve, contributing ideas, encouraging innovation and using feedback to improve quality, efficiency and outcomes.
• Builds strong stakeholder relationships, understanding needs, connecting people and teams, and constructively addressing issues to deliver value.
• Plans and prioritises effectively, managing tasks against priorities, maintaining accurate records and ensuring work is delivered efficiently.
• Works collaboratively, building supportive relationships, sharing information and contributing to a positive team environment.

Click here to access the Position Description. 

Qualifications and experience 

You’ll bring: 

• Working knowledge of the Microsoft Office suite and ability to communicate complex ideas and information visually and succinctly (desirable).
• Experience in supporting the administration/ coordination of grant programs with various stakeholders, and contribution to progress reporting. 

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 Wednesday 30th September 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 Matthew Bryant, Manager, Land Coordination at matthew.bryant@transport.vic.gov.au.  

Redeployees

If you are a VPS redeployee, please state this in your cover letter and include your case manager’s contact details. This helps ensure your redeployment status is appropriately considered. For more information on redeployment, visit the Victorian Government policy. 

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