Senior Project Manager

Senior Project Manager - Office of the Commissioner Department of Justice and Community Safety VIC Melbourne, VIC A$138,631-$185,518 p/a Hybrid Posted 1 day ago Manage and coordinate high-level projects across multiple critical portfolios relating to the responsibilities of the Commissioner and the CV Executive. Fixed, Full-Time opportunity (12 months). The Department of Justice and Community Safety is seeking a Senior Project Manager to provide a critical role within Corrections Victoria, Office of the Commissioner. About the Business Unit The Department of Justice and Community Safety (DJCS) provides a range of government programs and services which focus on improving community safety, victim services, regulatory services and crime prevention, and building strong collaboration across the justice system. Corrections Victoria (CV) is part of the Corrections and Justice Services (CJS) group in the DJCS. CV is responsible for Victoria's adult custodial corrections system including eleven public prisons (two with Annexes), three privately operated prisons, one transition centre, a community residential facility, and post‑sentence accommodation for people subject to detention or supervision orders. Key activity streams in CV align with key responsibilities of Custodial Operations (including contract and asset management), Offender Services, Sentence Management, and Security and Intelligence. In addition, the Commissioner is supported by a small team that provides strategic advice on system‑wide or emerging issues. Corrections Victoria's vision is for Safer Prisons, Safer People and Safer Communities. Reporting directly to the Commissioner, the Senior Project Manager is a key member of the Office of Commissioner and works closely alongside the CV Executive. The Senior Project Manager is responsible for coordinating and managing a diverse range of organisational portfolios and priorities that support Corrections Victoria's strategic objectives. About the Role Operating in a complex, fast‑paced and dynamic environment, the Senior Project Manager must demonstrate flexibility, sound judgment, and the ability to balance competing priorities. Strong stakeholder engagement, excellent organisational skills, and the capacity to perform under pressure are essential to success in this role. The position requires maintaining a strong understanding of internal and external issues and risks, ensuring timely and accurate responses to emerging priorities. The role is diverse in scope covering coordination of corporate functions, high level advice on projects/issues and leads projects on an as‑needs basis and as determined by Corrections Victoria's priorities. It encompasses strategic oversight and coordination across multiple critical portfolios including but not limited to workforce planning, internal and external stakeholder engagement, coordination of corporate functions and is responsible for high‑level operational and strategic projects. Some of your duties will include: Provide high‑quality, authoritative and strategic advice to, and on behalf of the Commissioner, Corrections Victoria on complex and sensitive correctional issues. Manage and coordinate high‑level projects across multiple critical portfolios relating to the responsibilities of the Commissioner and the CV Executive, including workforce planning. Prepare high‑level briefing papers, complex correspondence and proposals on a range of correctional issues in a time‑pressed environment for the Commissioner, senior Departmental personnel, and Government. To learn more about this role before applying, please read the attached position description. About you To be successful in this role, you will have: Sound knowledge of Victorian government administrative processes. Proven experience in producing clear, concise and well‑structured written documents, tailored to diverse audiences. Strong conceptual and analytical skills, with the ability to interpret complex information, identify key issues, and develop clear, evidence‑based insights and recommendations. Demonstrated experience in delivering projects by planning and coordinating activities, meeting deadlines, and working with stakeholders to ensure outcomes align with government priorities. Qualifications A tertiary qualification in public policy, political science, economics, or a related discipline would be highly regarded. How to Apply Please click the Apply button on this advertisement. Applications should include a resume and covering letter. Attachments can be uploaded in .doc, .docx, .pdf, .txt or .rtf formats. The successful candidate will be required to undergo pre‑employment checks which may include a Nationally Coordinated Criminal History Check (NCCHC) and misconduct screening. If you require adjustments to the recruitment and selection process, or require an alternative format to any of the application material, please don't hesitate to get in touch with the contact person listed on this ad. IMPORTANT INFORMATION: CHILD SAFE STATEMENT OF COMMITMENT: The Department of Justice and Community Safety is committed to the safety and wellbeing of children and young people. We seek to prevent harm of any kind impacting children and young people and have zero tolerance for racism, child abuse and inequality. Children and young people's rights, relationships, identity, and culture must be recognised and respected, their voices heard, and their concerns acted upon. We aim to foster a culturally safe, child safe and child friendly environment for all children and young people we have contact with, deliver services to, or are impacted by our work. #J-18808-Ljbffr