Organisation: Department of Transport and PlanningOccupation: PolicyReference: 4677About Us The Department of Transport and Planning oversees key planning, transport and land use policy decisions and management across the State. A life-cycle approach to planning, building, connecting and sustaining communities means our people can come together to improve services, deliver sustainable projects, focus on customer engagement, streamline regulatory approval pathways, facilitate community consultation and better realise local economic opportunities for more liveable communities across Victoria. We're focused on outcomes that deliver more choice, connections and confidence in our travel, ensuring the whole transport network works as one to deliver better services and outcomes.The Planning and Land Services group in the Department of Transport and Planning brings together land, property, statutory planning, building and heritage capability to deliver whole of state services. The Group's focus is to provide services in land administration, property information and facilitating the better use of government owned land. The Planning and Land Services group also:ensures secure and accurate registration services for property, land and water share transactionsprovides specialist transport property services including planning, acquisition and management of land and building assets; andmanages the state's planning, building and heritage systems to shape the places and communities of Victoria.The Building Division supports and oversees 7 public entities in the building portfolio that are responsible for ensuring the effective operation of the state's building system. These entities represent the most diverse and complex range of roles and functions within the portfolios of building and planning.About the Role This role is fixed term until 30 June 2026. The Program Manager will play a pivotal role in supporting the Building Monitor in these functions as well as governance matters for the Building Division more broadly. The role will be responsible for programming the work of the Office of the Building Monitor, including systemic issue research and analysis, data analytics, capture and tracking, and strategic planning, designed to improve building outcomes for consumers, and contribute to the management of project teams. The Office of the Building Monitor will function as an administrative office within the Building Division of DTP, well-integrated with key entities and all stakeholders in the building regulatory setting.The Building Monitor is to advise and make recommendations to the Minister and deliver the strategy of the Office of the Building Monitor with the objective to improve consumer experiences of the building system, reduce fragmentation by identifying system-wide issues and empower consumers by enhancing awareness and understanding of systemic issues and potential remedies.Position Outcomes / Accountabilities Lead and manage a team to provide rigorous analysis and research on a range of complex policy and reform issues, focusing on improved outcomes for domestic building consumers and formulating recommendations based on findings.Ensure that role expectations are clearly defined, monitor performance, provide timely and constructive feedback and facilitate staff development.Manage the work program of the Building Monitor and other work emergent from the Building Division as required.Work autonomously across government agencies and Departments at senior levels to build a sound picture of the practicalities for domestic building consumers in Victoria.Key Selection Criteria KNOWLEDGE AND SKILLS Project Delivery: Translates strategies into programs or projects that enable achievement of outcomes; defines governance (e.g., success measures, roles and responsibilities, progress monitoring) required to manage risks and maximize the probability of success.Data literacy: Considers data volume, variety, velocity, and veracity to establish data collection and analysis approaches.Knowledge management and business continuity: Integrated into risk management planning for all projects; included in the learning and development opportunities available to all team members.Lead and Navigate Change: Demonstrated experience in leading, coordinating and delivering work programs for senior stakeholders within scheduled timeframes.PERSONAL ATTRIBUTES Working Collaboratively: Guides others to create a culture of collaboration; identifies and works to overcome barriers to knowledge or information sharing.Outcomes Thinking: Works with a sense of purpose within the team and enables others to understand the strategic direction of the branch and organizations.Qualifications and Experience An appropriate tertiary qualification in project management that provides a strong organizational framework would be well regarded.Highly developed written communication and computer literacy skills. An ability to synthesize, summarize and depict complex issues, options and solutions effectively to a less technical audience in plain English.Demonstrated experience in successfully advising and negotiating with stakeholders on complex issues.Demonstrated experience in delivering programs in complex policy and stakeholder settings is desirable.What we offer Meaningful work making Victorian communities more accessible and liveableProfessional growth and development opportunities across the department and the wider Victorian Public ServicesA hybrid working model focused on collaboration and teamworkOptimal work-life balance initiatives including flexible working arrangementsOpportunity to work across multiple urban and suburban hubsWe prioritize the development of a safe and inclusive cultureCulture Value We are an equal opportunity employer, embracing a diverse range of applicants such as veterans, and people who identify as Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander, LGBTQIA community members, individuals with disabilities and/or health conditions, as well as those from varied faith and cultural backgrounds.How to Apply Click the 'Apply' button and follow the prompts. Applications should include a resume and a cover letter. Applications close 11.59pm on Thursday 28th November 2024. All Applications should include a resume and a cover letter. For further information about the role please contact Angela Jurjevic, Building Monitor via Angela ******Preferred applicants may be required to complete a police check and may be subject to other pre-employment checks. Information provided to the Department of Transport and Planning will be treated in the strictest confidence.Please let us know by phone or email if you need any adjustments to fully participate in the recruitment process.Job type:Full Time - Fixed TermJob classification:VPSG6Contact:#J-18808-Ljbffr