About the RoleThe Project Advisor contributes towards performance and contract management, program implementation, local area engagement and general team support. The incumbent is responsible for collecting and analysing data associated with projects, reporting on project outcomes, and providing general support to ensure successful project delivery. As a Project Officer, you will be a key member of the Operations branch and play a key role in providing high level project and program management support in the management of Operation Branch project activities. Employment type: This is a full-time ongoing position, located in East Melbourne. Attributes To be successful in this role, you will be a collaborative and motivated team member and will have demonstrated digital literacy capability skills (MS Teams; MS Office suite; Microsoft Edge, SharePoint). Excellent organisational, written and verbal communication skills are essential for this role. Desirable Qualifications and Experience An early childhood qualification or experience in the early childhood sector is desirable. A highly motivated team player with demonstrated experience supporting the delivery of projects to improve processes, tools and systems for the Operations branch. Successful applicants will be required to hold a valid Victorian Working with Children's Check upon commencement.About the Victorian Early Childhood Regulatory Authority (VECRA) The Victorian Early Childhood Regulatory Authority (VECRA) is the statutory authority responsible for regulating early childhood education and care services in Victoria. VECRA works to ensure the safety, wellbeing and development of children through effective regulation, compliance, quality assessment and continuous improvement across the early childhood sector. VECRA plays a critical system management role, providing guidance, oversight and assurance to the sector while supporting high-quality early childhood education outcomes for Victorian children and families. About the Branch Located across the four VECRA regions and the central office, the Operations Branch manages and supports nine area-based regional teams to deliver VECRA's core frontline regulatory work. The regional teams comprise authorised officers, compliance officers and support staff who assess and rate National Quality Framework (NQF) services against the National Quality Standard (NQS), conduct inspections to monitor compliance with the National Law, Children's Services Act and Child Safe Standards, as well as investigating alleged non-compliances. Regional teams engage with the sector to support, educate and guide providers of early childhood services. Centrally, the Branch supports the regulatory workforce through capability and capacity building activities and the provision of policy advice, resources and training to address emerging regulatory practice issues and promote consistent practice. The Branch also supports the leadership of the Regulatory Authority. How to apply: Applicants are required to submit a CV and cover letter (max 2 pages for cover letter) summarising their skills, relevant experience and suitability to the roleFurther Information: For more details regarding this position please see attached position description for the capabilities to address in application. VECRA 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 VECRA, diversity and inclusion, and our employment conditions visit the VECRA website and our Diversity and Inclusion page. Applicants requiring adjustments can contact the nominated contact person. Information about VECRA's operations and employment conditions can be located on the VECRA website. For further information pertaining to the role, please contact Karen Morley - Senior Manager Consistent Practice and Support via (03) 5215 5266 or karen.morley@education.vic.gov.au Preferred applicants may be required to complete a police check and may be subject to other pre-employment checks. Information provided to VECRA 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, 16 April 2026