Technical BA & Project Lead – Emergency Management in Melbourne

Technical BA & Project Lead – Emergency Management in Melbourne

Melbourne Full-Time 116413 - 140849 $ / year (est.) On-site
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At a Glance

  • Tasks: Lead projects and manage business requirements for emergency management initiatives.
  • Company: Join the Department of Justice and Community Safety, making Victoria safer.
  • Benefits: Competitive salary, full-time role, and potential for extension.
  • Other info: Diverse and inclusive workplace committed to community safety.
  • Why this job: Make a real difference in emergency management while developing your skills.
  • Qualifications: 5+ years in business analysis with strong communication and technical skills.

The predicted salary is between 116413 - 140849 $ per year.

At the Department of Justice and Community Safety, we’re looking for people who want to make a difference. We embrace diversity and strive to have a workforce that reflects the community we serve. The department is committed to the safety and wellbeing of children and recognises that children’s rights need to be respected, their views welcomed and valued, and their concerns taken seriously and acted upon.

Utilise your technical business analysis experience and projects expertise to support Emergency Management Victoria. Fixed Term, Full time opportunity (2 years with possibility of extension). VPS grade 5: $116,413 - $140,849 plus superannuation.

The Department of Justice and Community Safety is recruiting a Technical Business Analyst and Project Support Officer to provide a critical role within the Emergency Management Technology and Data division.

About the Business Unit

Emergency Management Victoria (EMV), within the Department of Justice and Community Safety, is responsible for the overall coordination of the emergency management system in Victoria. EMV drives the integration of policy, strategy, operational coordination, and planning across Victoria's emergency management sector, contributing to safer, more resilient communities.

Emergency Management Technology and Data Division

The Emergency Management Technology and Data (EMT&D) division is responsible for key delivery and management of digital platforms for the emergency services sector. EMT&D is a trusted partner to emergency sector organisations, supporting the innovation and delivery of modern and effective digital infrastructure services tailored to the emergency sector's needs.

About the Role

Some of your duties will include:

  • Manage the lifecycle of business requirements throughout the project (including investigation, analysis, clarification, prioritisation, documentation and traceability).
  • Facilitate scoping activities and determine priority of large or complex changes, engaging senior stakeholders as required.
  • Lead requirements gathering across a complex, multi-agency emergency sector ecosystem.
  • Drive project planning, coordination and project delivery activities.

About you

To be successful in this role, you will have:

  • Strong verbal and written communication, with compelling influencing skills.
  • Strong technical expertise across complex systems and the ability to resolve advanced technical problems.
  • Strong understanding of the Business Analysis role.
  • Strong ability to plan and drive scoping, requirements definition and prioritisation activities for large, complex initiatives.
  • Highly organised leader and mentor.
  • Stakeholder Management in High-Pressure Contexts.
  • Demonstrated understanding of Project Management principles and methodologies.

Qualifications/requirements

  • Bachelor's degree (IT, business, or related field); BRM or business analysis certification a plus.
  • 5+ years in a business analysis role, with proven experience delivering data, digital infrastructure, or complex transformation projects.
  • Proficiency with modern enterprise delivery tools (Jira, Azure DevOps) and process design/mapping applications (Visio, Lucidchart).
  • Must be willing to comply with public sector security clearances and agree to emergency standby provisions under the VPS Enterprise Agreement.

How to apply

Please click the Apply button on this advertisement. Applications should include a resume and covering letter. Attachments can be uploaded in .doc, .docx, .pdf, .txt or .rtf formats.

The successful candidate will be required to undergo pre-employment checks which may include reference checks, nationally coordinated criminal history checks (NCCHC), and misconduct screening.

IMPORTANT INFORMATION: CHILD SAFE STATEMENT OF COMMITMENT

The Department of Justice and Community Safety is committed to the safety and wellbeing of children and young people. We seek to prevent harm of any kind impacting children and young people and have zero tolerance for racism, child abuse and inequality.

Technical BA & Project Lead – Emergency Management in Melbourne employer: Department of Justice and Community Safety VIC

The Department of Justice and Community Safety in Melbourne is an exceptional employer, dedicated to fostering a culturally safe environment while driving systemic change within the justice system for the Aboriginal community. With a strong commitment to employee growth, the department offers meaningful opportunities to engage with the community and contribute to impactful reparations initiatives, all within a supportive and collaborative work culture that prioritises self-determination and respect for Aboriginal voices.

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Contact Details:

Department of Justice and Community Safety VIC Recruitment Team

We think you need these skills to ace Technical BA & Project Lead – Emergency Management in Melbourne

Technical Business Analysis
Project Management
Stakeholder Management
Requirements Gathering
Communication Skills
Problem-Solving Skills
Data Analysis