About the Role The purpose of the School Improvement Project Support Officer (SIPSO) role is to provide administrative services to Early Childhood divisional staff. The SIPSO under the direction of the Executive Director, will work closely with the division's staff, Area Early Childhood Improvement Branch managers and other staff performing administrative functions across the region, to ensure required supports are provided to staff across the Early Childhood division.

The role is critical to the effective operation of the Division. It will involve periods of sustained independent work as well as frequent and diverse contact with Department employees and members of the community. The role demands flexibility and the ability to work in a highly collaborative and supportive way with other staff across the region. The School Improvement Project Support Officer will demonstrate discretion, integrity and initiative in the performance of their duties, which include:

- Records management, including administration of divisional Sharepoint sites.
- Procurement, including hospitality, travel, office supplies and general invoice processing.
- General administration support such as meeting and event coordination.
- Program administration support.
- Supporting Area administrative staff where required.

Employment type: Ongoing - Part-time 0.5 FTE

Attributes The role requires the following capabilities:

- Planning, organisation and attention to detail
- Relationship building
- Initiative and accountability and self-management
- Verbal and written communication

How to apply:

Applicants to supply a cover letter and a short statement (no greater than 2 pages) addressing the role capabilities to Cord Sadler (*****@education.vic.gov.au).

About the Department The role of the Department of Education is to support Victorians to build prosperous, socially engaged, happy and healthy lives.



It does this by supporting lifelong learning and healthy development, strengthening families and helping to equip people with the skills and knowledge for a 21st century economy and society.

About the Group

Schools and Regional Services (SRS) offers central, regional, and local expertise to enhance learning and development outcomes, supported by a diverse and geographically dispersed workforce. It comprises 17 areas within 4 regions, backed by 5 central office divisions, all collaborating to deliver improved outcomes for early childhood services, schools, communities, and learners, in line with Education State commitments. SRS regions serve as a bridge between the central office, schools, and service providers, ensuring smooth transitions for learners and achieving the department's ambitious targets.

Each region includes divisions specialising in school performance, student wellbeing and early childhood support, working with area-based teams to tailor local interventions and practices. The 17 areas provide crucial insights into local trends and issues, facilitating effective policy and program development and driving child and learner outcomes across all services and programs.

This role is located in the Early Childhood Division, South West Victoria Region, SRS.

The Early Childhood Division is focused on driving system, provider and service level change to implement reforms and improve outcomes for Victorian children.



The Early Childhood Division is delivering on a range of government reforms including Best Start, Best Life, Three-year-old kindergarten and quality and child safety reforms.

The division leads work across the region, with Areas and also externally with key stakeholders (including senior leaders in local government and other organisations) to drive reform and support quality and appropriate oversight of the sector.

Further Information For more details regarding this position please see attached position description for the capabilities to address in application.

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 further information pertaining to the role, please contact Cord Sadler, Executive Director, Early Childhood, via Phone 0400148 or at @education.vic.gov.au.

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 11:59pm on Wednesday, 26 August 2026.

📌 School Improvement Project Support Officer (Victoria)
🏢 Department of Education Victoria
📍 Victoria