Implementation Manager

Careers; City of Bayside; On-site; AUD 90,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

Department of Education in Victoria is seeking a Project Manager to finalise the transition of the Frankston North Education Plan from a department-led to a schools-led project.

You will coordinate with Aldercourt Primary School, Mahogany Rise Primary School and Monterey Secondary College, manage stakeholders, monitor progress and prepare reports.

Strong written communication, organisational skills and policy interpretation are essential; be flexible and adaptable to changing priorities.

Qualifications

• Desirable: A relevant tertiary qualification in a related field.

Responsibilities

• Act as operational link between the department and the three schools in the Frankston North Education Plan (FNEP).
• Manage strategic stakeholder relationships, monitor progress, and provide secretariat support.
• Handle high-priority requests as they arise and coordinate reporting.

Education

Relevant tertiary qualification in a related field

Job description

About the DepartmentThe role of the Department of Education is to support Victorians to build prosperous, socially engaged, happy and healthy lives. It does this by supporting lifelong learning and healthy development, strengthening families and helping to equip people with the skills and knowledge for a 21st century economy and society.About the GroupSchools and Regional Services (SRS) offers central, regional, and local expertise to enhance learning and development outcomes, supported by a diverse and geographically dispersed workforce. It comprises 17 areas within 4 regions, backed by 5 central office divisions, all collaborating to deliver improved outcomes for early childhood services, schools, communities, and learners, in line with Education State commitments. SRS regions serve as a bridge between the central office, schools, and service providers, ensuring smooth transitions for learners and achieving the department's ambitious targets. Each region includes divisions specialising in school performance, student wellbeing and early childhood support, working with area-based teams to tailor local interventions and practices. The 17 areas provide crucial insights into local trends and issues, facilitating effective policy and program development and driving child and learner outcomes across all services and programs.This role is located in the Area Executive Director Division, Bayside Peninsula Area, South Eastern Victoria Region, SRS. The division connects central policy to local practice, driving school improvement and boosting student achievement and wellbeing across the Bayside Peninsula Area.About the RoleThe Frankston North Education Plan (FNEP) is a 10-year Victorian Government initiative to ensure the children, young people and families in Frankston North are successful in learning and life. It outlines how Aldercourt Primary School, Mahogany Rise Primary School and Monterey Secondary College can best deliver education, health and wellbeing services that will transform the local community.The Project Manager serves as the operational link between the department and the three schools in the FNEP. As department management of the FNEP comes to an end, the role of the Project Manager is to finalise the successful transition from a department to schools led project. This may also involve development of simple case histories that evaluate and demonstrate the family impact of the FNEP.This work involves strategic stakeholder management, monitoring, reporting and secretariat support as well as the ability to manage other high-priority requests as they arise. Strong people skills, flexibility and adapatability are required as well as organisational skills, policy interpretation and clear communication, especially for written communication.AttributesClear Communication: The ability to write plain-English reports, project updates, correspondence etc that succinctly sums up progress, issues and next stepsPeople Skills: You are great at building trust and working alongside school principals, teachers, and community groups.Organisational Skills: You know how to keep a project on track, run efficient meetings, and manage a budget.Qualifications and ExperienceDesirable: A relevant tertiary qualification in a related field.How to ApplyApplicants are required to submit a CV, Cover letter and two referees along with responses to the Key Selection Criteria. For more details regarding this position please see attached position descriptionFurther InformationFor more details regarding this position please see attached position description for the capabilities to address in application.The department values diversity and inclusion in all forms - gender, religion, ethnicity, LGBTIQ+, disability and neurodiversity. Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander candidates are strongly encouraged to apply. For more information about our work, working for the Department, diversity and inclusion, and our employment conditions visit the Department website and our Diversity and Inclusion pageApplicants requiring adjustments can contact the nominated contact person.Information about the Department of Education's operations and employment conditions can be located at www.education.vic.gov.au.For further information pertaining to the role, please contact Alissa Gullan A/School Improvement Project Support Officer via [phone] or [e-mail] applicants may be required to complete a police check and may be subject to other pre-employment checks. Information provided to the Department of Education will be treated in the strictest confidence.Please let us know via phone or email if you require any adjustments to ensure your full participation in the recruitment process or if you need the ad or any attachments in an accessible format (e.g large print) due to any viewing difficulties or other accessibility requirements.Applications close 11:59pm on Thursday 15th October 2026.