At a Glance
- Tasks: Lead change management strategies for Victoria's VET Data Streamlining Program.
- Company: Department of Jobs, Skills, Industry and Regions focused on growing Victoria’s economy.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, flexible work options, and commitment to diversity and inclusion.
- Other info: Join a dynamic team with opportunities for professional growth and community impact.
- Why this job: Make a real impact on the future of education and workforce development in Victoria.
- Qualifications: Experience in change management and stakeholder engagement is highly regarded.
The predicted salary is between 49500 - 60500 $ per year.
The Department of Jobs, Skills, Industry and Regions is focused on growing Victoria’s prosperity, building the productive capacity of our economy and increasing participation – by creating more opportunities for people through skills and jobs; helping businesses and industries to thrive; and building vibrant communities and regions.
Our work spans numerous portfolios, supporting departmental ministers and operating across metropolitan, regional and international offices. The Department welcomes and encourages applications from diverse applicants, including First Peoples, refugees or asylum seekers, people from culturally and linguistically diverse (CALD) backgrounds, LGBTIQ+ people and people with disability. All roles at DJSIR can be worked flexibly and we offer reasonable adjustments for applicants with disabilities.
The Senior Program Officer will lead the development and delivery of change management strategies for Victoria's implementation of the VET Data Streamlining (VDS) Program. The role is responsible for driving organisational readiness, stakeholder engagement, communications, training and adoption activities to support the successful implementation of new national VET data standards, reporting requirements, systems, processes and data management practices across the Victorian training sector.
Main accountabilities:
- Contributes to strategic corporate initiatives and is responsible for implementation
- Decisions often impact upon staff, peers and clients outside the immediate work area
- Is a specialist in an area of their profession and relied on for advice in this field
- Accountable for work organisation, the allocation of resources within and the outputs required of the work area
The position of Senior Program Officer – Change Management forms a part of the Training Operations and Assurance branch within the Skills & TAFE group. Skills and TAFE (ST) focuses on enabling Victorians to access the knowledge, skills and attributes they need to participate in today's workforce, prepare for future jobs, and achieve their educational aspirations. The Training Operations and Assurance (TOA) branch maintain and promote a quality training system through administration of VET Funding Contracts and grants, collaborating with providers so they understand and meet contractual and delivery expectations.
About You
The successful candidate will ideally have the following skills and experience:
- Flexibility and Adaptability: Adapts systems and processes quickly to changed priorities and situations
- Stakeholder Engagement: Identifies issues in common for one or more clients or stakeholders and uses them to build mutually beneficial partnerships.
- Outcomes Thinking: Establishes mechanisms to monitor impact of work on the community; Ensures team/organisation's operating and delivery model is designed in ways that creates a positive impact on community
- PROSCI or other change management qualification and experience highly regarded
The Department is committed to creating and maintaining a child safe organisation. We have zero tolerance of child abuse and are committed to taking the necessary steps to protect children from harm by adopting a preventative, proactive and participatory approach to child safety in accordance with the Child Safe Standards.
Successful candidates will be required to undergo a National Police Records Check prior to commencing employment with the Department.
Please note: We are committed to inclusive recruitment. If you require an adjustment to participate in any stage of the recruitment process or have a particular requirement to be communicated with by either telephone or email only, please notify the DJSIR Talent Acquisition Team.
Senior Program Officer in Ballarat employer: Department Of Jobs, Skills, Industry And Regions
As a Project Officer within the Aboriginal Programs Team, you will be part of a dynamic and supportive work environment that values cultural understanding and community engagement. Our organisation prioritises employee growth through professional development opportunities and fosters a collaborative culture that respects First Peoples' perspectives. Located in Victoria, we offer a unique chance to contribute to meaningful projects that empower Aboriginal communities while enjoying a workplace committed to inclusivity and self-determination.
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