Program Officer

State Government of Victoria, Australia; City of Melbourne; On-site; AUD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

State Government of Victoria in Melbourne is seeking a Program Officer to support the administration and delivery of government grant programs that fund housing and enabling infrastructure across Victoria. The role ensures programs meet financial management and government requirements while supporting funding allocation, project tracking, procurement, budgets, milestones and reporting.

The role emphasises stakeholder relationship building, systematic thinking, and effective prioritisation to

Qualifications

• Working knowledge of the Microsoft Office suite and ability to communicate complex ideas and information visually and succinctly.
• Experience in supporting the administration/ coordination of grant programs with various stakeholders, and contribution to progress reporting.

Responsibilities

• Supports the administration and delivery of government grant programs that fund housing and enabling infrastructure across Victoria.
• Ensures programs meet financial management and government requirements while supporting effective allocation of funding, project tracking, procurement, budgets, milestones and reporting.
• Builds strong stakeholder relationships and plans and prioritises effectively to deliver value.

Skills

MS Office suite

Grant programs administration

Job description

Location: Melbourne - CBD and Inner Metro suburbs

Reference: 12448

About Us
We create thriving places andconnectedcommunities. We plan,buildandmaintainVictoria’s transport,planningand land services. We are committed to a safe,inclusiveand high-performing workplace.

We welcome applicants from diverse backgrounds and are committed to creating a safe, inclusive workplace where our people can thrive and do meaningful work.

About the role
This is a Fixed Term Position until 30 June 2028

The Program Officer supports the administration and delivery of government grant programs that fund housing and enabling infrastructure across Victoria. The role ensures programs meet financial management and government requirements while supporting effective allocation of funding, project tracking, procurement, budgets, milestones and reporting.

• Thinks systemically, understanding broader organisational impacts and using the right tools and information to assess issues and make sound decisions.
• Looks for opportunities to improve, contributing ideas, encouraging innovation and using feedback to improve quality, efficiency and outcomes.
• Builds strong stakeholder relationships, understanding needs, connecting people and teams, and constructively addressing issues to deliver value.
• Plans and prioritises effectively, managing tasks against priorities, maintaining accurate records and ensuring work is delivered efficiently.
• Works collaboratively, building supportive relationships, sharing information and contributing to a positive team environment.

Qualifications and experience
You’llbring:

• Working knowledge of the Microsoft Office suite and ability to communicate complex ideas and information visually and succinctly (desirable).
• Experience in supporting the administration/ coordination of grant programs with various stakeholders, and contribution to progress reporting.

Pre-employment checks and employment conditions

Relevant pre-employment screening and reference checks will berequired.

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.

Applications close at 11.59pm on Wednesday 30th September 2026.

Please include both your resume and a cover letteraddressing how your experience addresses each of the key selection criteria for the role. All applications must besubmittedvia the online portal,we’reunable to accept email or manual submissions.

For further information about the role, please contact Matthew Bryant, Manager, Land Coordination at [e-mail].

Redeployees
If you are a VPS redeployee, please state this in your cover letter and include your case manager’s contact details. This helps ensure your redeployment status is appropriately considered. For more information on redeployment, visit the Victorian Government policy.

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Applications close Wednesday 30 September 2026 at 11.59pm