Data-Driven Citizen & Regulatory Project Coordinator

Department of Government Services; City of Melbourne; On-site; AUD 90,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Department of Government Services in Melbourne VIC is seeking a Project Coordinator to lead the delivery of small-scale initiatives across citizen and regulatory programs. You will coordinate projects, stakeholders, timelines and reporting to ensure high-quality outcomes on time and within scope.

The role operates autonomously with multidisciplinary teams and senior leaders, using data and standard project practices to support continuous improvement and effective decision-making.

Qualifications

• Proven track record of delivering projects within parameters and timeframes.
• Proficiency in Microsoft 365 tools - Excel, PowerPoint, Word, Outlook and Teams.
• Previous experience in government would be highly regarded.
• Prince2 or PMBOK or relevant project management qualifications.
• Experience leading financial monitoring and reporting across portfolio management.

Responsibilities

• Lead end-to-end project delivery, ensuring scope, timelines, quality and governance requirements are met.
• Manage project governance, risks and issues with sound judgement and systems thinking.
• Use data and reporting to drive performance, quality assurance and informed decision-making.
• Build strong stakeholder relationships to support delivery and resolve complex issues.
• Lead teams and manage resources including budgets and delivery partners, fostering accountability and collaboration.

Skills

Project coordination

Data-driven decisions

Stakeholder relations

Government experience

Education

Prince2 certification

PMBOK certification

Tools

Microsoft 365

Excel

PowerPoint

Word

Outlook

Teams

Job description

Department of Government Services in Melbourne VIC is seeking a Project Coordinator to lead the delivery of small-scale initiatives across citizen and regulatory programs. You will coordinate projects, stakeholders, timelines and reporting to ensure high-quality outcomes on time and within scope.

The role operates autonomously with multidisciplinary teams and senior leaders, using data and standard project practices to support continuous improvement and effective decision-making.