The VCAA is a statutory body responsible to the Victorian Minister for Education, serving both government and non-government schools. We provide high quality curriculum, assessment and reporting for all Victorian students birth to 18 years.

An exciting opportunity exists to join the Corporate Services Division in the Information Technology Unit for a fixed term full-time position.

• Salary: VPS6.2 $162,077 - $185,518 (Plus Superannuation of 11.5%)
• Fixed term till 31st December 2025
• Usual hours of work: Full time (flexible work conditions are available)
• Usual work location: East Melbourne

EXPERIENCE AND QUALIFICATIONS

Experience delivering high profile projects with a strong focus on cyber security and data protection
Desirable - Relevant tertiary qualification
Desirable - Relevant project management certifications

ROLE PURPOSE

This role is an opportunity to lead IT initiatives that directly support the development and delivery of the VCE Examinations through project managing the provision of appropriate, user friendly, and secure platforms for data storage and collaboration with a strong focus on cyber security and data protection.
You will work closely with both the IT Branch and the VCE Examinations Unit, leading these initiatives from articulating business requirements, through architecture and implementation, into transition to BaU. While the primary focus of the role will be on the project management aspects of this work; it will also be essential to bring a familiarity with cyber security and data protection as well as a strong focus on stakeholder engagement and collaboration.
The role will be leading the delivery of these IT initiatives and the building of a project team, drawing on existing resourcing, and identifying where additional resources or professional services are required and supporting the procurement of them.

TO BE SUCCESSFUL IN THIS ROLE

• You are driven, enthusiastic and set high standards in your work performance.
• You are a collaborative team player with a “can do” attitude.
• You have a willingness to learn and ability to adapt to changing priorities.
• You have solid spoken and written communication skills in writing emails, letters and reports.
• You are a strong problem solver; you identify and provide workable solutions.
• You are a highly organised and professional person, capable of managing projects with numerous contributors and stakeholders for demanding clients to firm deadlines and budget constraints.
• You bring a strong focus on cyber security and data protection to your work, embedding it in the core or projects you deliver.
  The ideal candidate will have strong project management skills and use their critical thinking and problem-solving skills to provide innovative solutions to complex issues. They will be able to build and develop strong relationships with internal and external stakeholders and work collaboratively within a team. They will also have excellent data analysis and written communication skills and be able to work proactively and independently.