Project Support Officer

Victorian Public Sector Commission; Melbourne; On-site; AUD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

The Victorian Public Sector Commission in Melbourne is seeking two organised Project Support Officers (VPS3) on fixed term until 31 August 2028. You will provide administrative and project support to help deliver programs, stakeholder activities and branch priorities.

Ideal candidates stay organised, build relationships and are proficient with Excel, Word and PowerPoint. Experience in project support or customer service is valued. Applications close 15 November 2026.

Qualifications

• Experience in project support, administration, stakeholder support or customer service is valued.
• Experience using CRM or enquiry management systems is desirable.

Responsibilities

• provide day-to-day admin and project support
• coordinate meetings, events and stakeholder activities
• manage shared inboxes, phone lines and enquiries
• prepare documents, reports and presentations
• maintain project trackers and records
• support surveys, communications and procurement tasks

Skills

Excel

Word

PowerPoint

Stakeholder management

Job description

Victorian Public Sector Commission – Melbourne VIC

The Victorian Public Sector Commission plays a key role in stewardship of the public sector. It works to strengthen the efficiency, effectiveness and capability of the public sector and maintain, and advocate for, public sector professionalism and integrity. Your contribution will help shape and lead strategic government directions across Victoria.

Project Support Officer x 2 VPS3 roles available: Fixed Term until 31 August 2028

We're looking for two organised and proactive Project Support Officers to support our Programs and Engagement branch. You will provide high-quality administrative and project support to help deliver key programs, stakeholder activities and other branch priorities.

What you'll do

• provide day-to-day admin and project support
• coordinate meetings, events and stakeholder activities
• manage shared inboxes, phone lines and enquiries
• prepare documents, reports and presentations
• maintain project trackers and records
• support surveys, communications and procurement tasks

Who we're looking for

We welcome applications from professionals who model the Victorian public sector values

We're looking for people who can:

• stay organised and manage competing priorities
• build strong working relationships
• respond well to changing priorities
• use Excel, Word and PowerPoint confidently

Experience in project support, administration, stakeholder support or customer service will be well regarded. Experience using CRM or enquiry management systems is also desirable.

Why you should join us

We are proud to offer you the opportunity to work with purpose and make a positive impact on the Victorian community.

At the Victorian Public Sector Commission, you'll support work that helps build a high-performing, professional and trusted public sector.

We offer:

• meaningful work with real impact
• a positive, flexible and inclusive workplace
• opportunities to build your skills and career

Applications close at midnight on Sunday, 15 November 2026

Request for reasonable adjustments

The VPSC values the contribution of all employees and fair and equitable treatment of all people is integral to all activities. As such, the VPSC offers reasonable adjustments for applicants with disabilities on request. It is our policy to provide adjustments for people with disability, mental illness and/or a health condition and carers of people with disability. To request an adjustment, please follow the process on our policy page.

Other relevant information

A position description is attached. For enquiries, please refer to the contact on the position description.

Employment screening, including criminal history, confirmation of experience and stated qualifications, screening of misconduct, Australian working rights and other relevant checks form part of the candidate suitability evaluation process. Where applicable, this applies to current VPS employees.