The Victorian Registration and Qualifications Authority (VRQA) is a statutory authority established under the Education and Training Reform Act 2006 and regulates school education in Victoria. Within the VRQA, the Schools Division is responsible for ensuring independent, Catholic, and government schools, school boarding premises, and other school sector providers comply with minimum standards for registration, including the Child Safe Standards. The VRQA regulates for quality learning outcomes and you will help Victorian students receive a quality education in safe and well-governed environments.
The Advisor plays a vital role in supporting regulatory projects and programs within the Schools Division. The role operates in a dynamic environment within a small professional and motivated team and reports to the Manager, Regulatory Projects, Risks and Resources.
A key responsibility of the role includes leading the administration team in planning and undertaking administration of regulatory projects and programs of the Schools Division. Other responsibilities include collecting and analysing data associated with projects undertaken, reporting on project outcomes, and providing general support to the Schools Division teams to ensure smooth project and program management.
Attributes
- You are driven, enthusiastic and set high standards for 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 excellent spoken and written communication skills
- You are a strong problem solver; you identify and provide workable solutions.
How to Apply
Applicants are required to submit a CV and a cover letter summarising their skills and experience (no more than two pages).
For more details regarding this position please see attached position descriptions.
Further Information
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.
Information about the Department of Education's operations and employment conditions can be located at www.education.vic.gov.au.
For more details regarding this position please see attached position description for the capabilities to address in application.
Preferred applicants may be required to complete a police check and may be subject to other pre-employment checks. Information provided to the Department of Education will be treated in the strictest confidence.
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Applications close on 11.59pm on Monday 15 September 2025.
