Grab for Careers
The establishment of Early Learning Victoria (ELV) is entering its next phase as all existing central officer positions have been made ongoing. As such, we are very excited to be advertising these positions for a commencement date of 1 July 2026.
We have two x (2) Ongoing 1.0FTE positions.
About Early Learning Victoria
The Victorian Government is establishing 50 government-owned and operated early learning centres by 2032 as part of the Best Start, Best Life reforms. The centres offer childcare, Three and Four-Year-Old Kindergarten and Pre-Prep. The centres provide high-quality, accessible and inclusive early childhood education and care that is child centred, focused on learning through play and in nature, with strong connections to local communities.
Early Learning Victoria is part of the Victorian Department of Education. The ELV central team is leading the roll-out of the 50 centres and supports and oversees 4 centres that have recently opened. We are committed to creating a supportive and enriching work environment for our employees, offering a range of benefits and opportunities for qualified growth and development.
Early Learning Victoria is committed to the Child Safe Standards and safeguarding of children from harm.
Your duties will include:
- Working as part of a collaborative team, management and coordination of the programs establishment activities with a focus on infrastructure delivery, consistent with DE's Project Management Framework, policies and procedures, and procurement policies.
- Supporting project management and project planning by developing written, visual and project management products and tools.
- Supporting the coordination and delivery of ELC establishment activities with a focus on infrastructure delivery.
- Identifying and utilising appropriate project planning methods. Identifying and mapping the scope of a project to deliver business needs. Risk and issues management
- Assisting with briefs and slide decks as required
- Providing project support to the Division and across all work streams, where required
As the successful candidate, you will be required to have:
- Experience in project management. Knowledge of project management methodologies
- Excellent communications skills, both written and verbal, and the ability to apply a respectful and inclusive communication style.
- Strong administrative skills with a high level of knowledge and experience across the MS Office suite of products.
- Desirable: Knowledge of PRINCE2 environment and agile approach will be highly regarded
- Desirable: Experience working on projects in early childhood education and care settings.
- Desirable: Experience in working for Government owned and operated Early Learning Services
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 role.
Further Information
For more details regarding this position please see attached position description.
For further information pertaining to the role, please contact Liberty Fletcher- Seales – Program Manager via ***************@education.vic.gov.au
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.
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Preferred applicants will be required to have a Working with Children Check. A police check and other pre-employment checks may be required. Information provided to the Department of Education will be treated in the strictest confidence.
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Applications close 11:59pm on 26 October 2025