Position Title: Project Officer Salary: $79,122 - $96,073 plus superannuation Fixed term / Ongoing role: Fixed term Usual hours of work: Full time (flexibility may be available) Usual work location: 121 Exhibition Street, Melbourne (flexibility may be available) The Role The Project Officer contributes to the delivery of programs and initiatives that support Victorian small businesses to start, grow and thrive. Working within the Capability and Networks team, the role supports project and program priorities across the Small Business and Employment Branch. The successful candidate will be a proactive and organised self-starter who can manage multiple priorities, conduct research and analysis, and prepare high-quality reports and briefs. The role also involves stakeholder engagement, supplier management and supporting project delivery across the branch, requiring strong communication skills and an interest in the Victorian small business environment. Main Accountabilities * Conduct projects of defined scope under direction. * Monitor and administer straightforward local contracts and service agreements within a defined service delivery framework. * Resolve local operational service delivery issues within established guidelines. * Prepare briefs on sensitive issues for consideration by senior staff. * Initiate improvements to procedures within the work area. The Team The position of Project Officer forms a part of the Small Business and Employment Branch within the Economic Policy, Programs and Services Group. The Economic Policy, Programs and Services Group supports sustainable economic development and employment growth for Victoria by providing leadership in policy design, research, analysis, project management, program delivery and evaluation. The Small Business and Employment Branch supports prospective business owners, self-employed Victorians and small and medium enterprises to thrive by delivering programs, services and information through Business Victoria and working with partners to build business capability and workforce participation. About You * Demonstrated ability to coordinate and deliver project activities, defining tasks to achieve outcomes, monitoring progress and taking corrective action when required. * Strong business and commercial awareness, including understanding operational costs and managing supplier relationships to ensure agreed outcomes are delivered. * Well-developed critical thinking and problem-solving skills, using available information and guidelines to analyse issues and develop practical solutions in consultation with others. Further Information For a confidential discussion, please contact Catherine Darby, Program Manager Capability and Networks, via email at catherine.darby@ecodev.vic.gov.au. The Department is committed to creating and maintaining a child safe organisation. We have zero tolerance of child abuse and are committed to taking the necessary steps to protect children from harm by adopting a preventative, proactive and participatory approach to child safety in accordance with the Child Safe Standards. Successful candidates will be required to undergo a National Police Records Check prior to commencing employment with the Department. For further information on the position, please refer to the attached position description. Please note: We are committed to inclusive recruitment. If you require an adjustment to participate in any stage of the recruitment process or have a particular requirement to be communicated with by either telephone or email only, please notify the DJSIR Talent Acquisition Team on 0472 875 685, or via email at recruitment@ecodev.vic.gov.au with the position number in the subject line. How to Apply Please click the ‘Apply Now' button. As part of the application process, you will need to provide a copy of your resume and a cover letter addressing the key selection criteria outlined in the position description. Applications close at 23:59pm on 27 March 2026.