Title:  Road Safety Partnerships Lead Inner Metro

About Us

The Department of Transport and Planning oversees key planning, transport and land use policy decisions and management 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.

Network Design and Integration deliver transport priorities through the planning, development and maintenance of an integrated pipeline of projects and strategic initiatives that provide safe, efficient and sustainable outcomes to all Victorians.

We’re focused on outcomes that deliver more choice, connections and confidence in our travel, ensuring the whole transport network works as one to deliver better services and outcomes.

About the Role

Fixed Term Until 30 June 2027

The Road Safety Partnerships Lead will work with Local Government, non-government organisations, DTP and State government and the community to activate them and support their participation and engagement in road safety matters.

As part of a statewide team, this role is responsible for building effective relationships with key stakeholders across government at a state and local level and non-government sectors to support the objective of Victoria’s Road Safety Strategy. Operating on an outreach basis, the Road Safety Partnerships Lead will actively engage with stakeholders and community at the local level to understand their perspective, opportunities and challenges and to present on current Road Safety initiatives

The role will be responsible for overseeing and coordinating initiatives, programs and projects and ensuring that processes to manage, monitor and assess these are in place for effective delivery, monitoring and evaluation. Working with the Policy teams within RSV the role will also facilitate input from the community on new or emerging policy challenges and opportunities, whilst feeding intelligence and stakeholder and community needs to inform RSV’s future work.

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Position Outcomes / Accountabilities

• Understanding of Road Safety Issues – Has developed a clear picture of road safety perspectives, opportunities and issues within the communities and geographical area for which the role is responsible for.
• Stakeholder Management– Has built strong and trusted relationships with external stakeholders including Councils, Road Safety Groups, Police and Non-Government Organisations and is able to build connections with relevant internal subject matter experts.
• Effective Program and project management – Has provided effective project management to coordinate the delivery and effective operations of assigned programs, projects and initiatives.
• Strong Networks and Customer Service – Strong and trusting relationships have been built with internal stakeholders within Department of Transport, other parts of government, and community organisations. Is responsive to internal and external stakeholders needs and supports timely resolution of queries or concerns.

Key Selection Criteria

The DTP is seeking a collaborative professional who can build strong partnerships, lead co-creation processes, and effectively manage diverse stakeholder needs to achieve shared outcomes. The role involves coordinating project delivery, guiding teams, and applying critical thinking to solve complex problems while influencing decisions and securing support for key initiatives. Success also relies on understanding organisational and political contexts to navigate challenges and deliver high-quality results.

Qualifications and Experience

Mandatory

• Community development and stakeholder engagement experience

Desirable

• Experience in working with local government
• Experience in delivery of community programs and projects
• Experience in facilitating groups including design of group facilitation activities

Culture Value 

We welcome applicants from a diverse range of backgrounds representing the community that we serve, including veterans, parents, carers, First Peoples, people with disability, multicultural, multifaith and LGBTIQA+ individuals. 

As an equal opportunity employer, we are committed to fostering a safe, inclusive, and high-performance culture. Through shared actions and behaviours aligned with our strategy and direction, we empower our people to thrive and meaningfully contribute to the department’s goals. 

What we offer

• Meaningful work making Victorian communities more accessible and liveable
• Professional growth and development opportunities across the department and the wider Victorian Public Services
• A hybrid working model focused on collaboration and teamwork
• Optimal work-life balance initiatives including flexible working arrangements
• Opportunity to work across multiple urban and suburban hubs
• We prioritise the development of a safe and inclusive culture

Pre-employment checks and employment conditions  

All new appointments to the department will be subject to a National Criminal Records Check, Misconduct Screening, and a Qualification Check where there is a requirement for a mandatory qualification. Information provided to the Department of Transport and Planning will be treated in the strictest confidence consistent with the requirements of the Privacy and Data Protection Act 2014. 

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. 

Non-VPS applicants will be subject to a probation period of six months. 

How to Apply

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Applications close at 11:59 pm on Tuesday 09 December 2025. 

Please include both your resume and a cover letter. 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 Jaala Mudford, Manager Road Safety Partnerships via jaala.mudford@transport.vic.gov.au or 0400 892 030

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