* Are you passionate about Organisational Development?
* Does project management energise you?
* Are you seeking to join a high performing team?
* Are you keen to join the Victorian Public Service?
* Do you value flexible working?
If you answered Yes, then we would love to hear from you!
About the Department The department provides a wide range of learning and development support and services.
The department provides policy leadership, plans for the future of education in Victoria and leads key cross-sector collaboration.
The department plays an important system steward role by providing support, guidance, oversight and assurance across early childhood and school education systems, as well as directly providing school education and 50 new early learning centres.
About the Division People Strategy and Operations (VPS) division focuses on continuous improvement of the systems and processes for end-to-end HR operations for corporate staff, and accommodation services, whilst also providing strategic advice and support.
The division manages corporate office working places, environmental sustainability, payroll and recruitment, policy and workplace relations, workforce management, and leads and supports strategic organisational and learning and development across all corporate areas.
Specific objectives in the division's business plan cover the delivery of strategic and operational services that meet client needs, improving policies, smarter systems and better processes, and building the Division's profile within the department - as well as implementing a values-based approach and delivering on our corporate responsibilities.
The Division is comprised of four branches: * People Services * Policy and Workplace Relations * Workforce Strategy and Capability * Working Places Strategy and Design This role is located in the Organisational Development unit within the Workforce Strategy and Capability Branch of the People Strategy & Operations (VPS) division.
The Organisational Development unit has the responsibility for designing and delivering the department's people development, performance, culture and employee life-cycle initiatives such as: * lead the department's corporate leadership and capability development programs aligned to DE's Strategic intent, Strategic Plan, and Leadership Charter * lead initiatives to embed a culture of integrity and accountability aligned to the public sector values, across all areas of the department * provide strategic advice and support to the corporate areas of the department in organisational capability, culture, effectiveness supports best practice induction, performance management and recognition strategies and processes.
About the Role We are seeking a proactive Project Adviser for Fixed Term 12 months, which will contribute to the successful delivery of a range of organisational development (OD) programs.
The role supports a variety of employment programs and projects within the Organisational Development team.
This includes but is not limited to; supporting the delivery of projects, program coordination associated with the department's Graduate Program and Internship Program and general team support.
The role also plays a support role across the whole team which may include Secretariat function of the department's Culture, People and Integrity Committee and Learning development program support.
We have a minimum of 3 days in the office located adjacent Treasury Gardens in East Melbourne.
What we are looking for: * Team player who is flexible and has a high attention to detail * Demonstrated experience working in project coordination and/or program support * Demonstrated experience dealing with stakeholders at all levels * Strong organisational and time management skills * Excellent communication skills * Critical thinking embracing innovation and continuous improvement * Previous experience in support employment programs, Organisational development teams.
If you are motivated to be a part of a high performing fast-paced team environment, we would love to hear from you.
Qualifications and Experience * Experience using Oracle systems is highly regarded * Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite and SharePoint.
* Previous experience in using Learning Management Systems would also be highly regarded.
* Previous experience in supporting an Organisational Development or HR team is highly desirable.
* Relevant tertiary qualification in Human Resources and / or relevant qualification in Organisational Psychology are desirable.
How to Apply Submit an application before the closing date that includes: * a resume * a two-page cover letter which addresses the key selection criteria in the attached position description and your interest in the role.
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Further Information For 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 page.
Applicants 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 Vicky Tsoukalas via ******.
Preferred applicants may be required to complete a police check and may be subject to other pre-employment checks.
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Applications close 11:59pm on Friday 11 April 2025.