The Department of Health plays a critical role in the Victorian health system and is responsible for shaping it to meet the health needs of all Victorians. We’re focused on supporting Victorians to be as healthy as they can; whether through alerting them to seasonal risks like thunderstorm asthma, notifying them of contact with communicable diseases, safeguarding their drinking water, developing the best health, wellbeing and care facilities in the world, being at the forefront of mental health and wellbeing treatment or accelerating medical research. It’s all part of the way we partner with the community to help every individual lead a healthy life.

Job Details

Department: Department of Health Work Type: Ongoing - full time Job Function: Projects Classification: VPSG4 Work Location: Melbourne - CBD Reference: VG/DH/SCV/761431 Closing Date: 28-Sep-2026 Salary Range: $100,894 - $114,476 Job Duration: N/A Attachments: (Word, 99KB)
Position Description

(PDF, 185KB)
Position Description

Contact: Laurel Moss
[email protected]

Position Details

About the role:

The Project Officer sits within the Governance, Strategy and Research Branch in the Planning and Development Team. The position has a dual focus on people and culture and communications activities. The Project Officer will coordinate core people processes including but not limited to staff onboarding/induction, running of reports, ensuring legislative and policy requirements are met and coordinating and contributing to the delivery of people and capability initiatives

About us:





At the Victorian Department of Health we want a future where Victorians are the healthiest people in the world. A Victoria where our children and people thrive, our workplaces are productive and safe, and our communities are more connected.

We see it as our job to support Victorians to stay healthy and safe. And to deliver a world-class healthcare system that ensures every single Victorian can access secure, quality care that leads to better health outcomes for all.

About you:

- A tertiary qualification in a related field and/or significant experience would be desirable.
- Experience in communications and/or people and culture desirable.

What we offer:

- The opportunity to perform meaningful work, making direct contributions toward enabling Victorians to be the healthiest people in the world.
- A wide range of growth and development opportunities within the department and wider Victorian Public Service.
- A strong commitment to work-life balance, including a diverse array of flexible working arrangements.

How to apply:

Applications should include a resume and a cover letter. Click the ‘Apply' button to view further information about the role including key contact details and the advertisement closing date.





We are committed to developing and supporting a workforce that is well equipped and highly motivated to provide responsive and quality services to all Victorians. We continue to build an inclusive workplace that embraces diversity of backgrounds and differences to realise the potential of our employees for innovation and delivering services aimed at enhancing the lives of all Victorians. All roles can be worked flexibly and we encourage applications from Aboriginal people, people with disability, LGBTIQ+ and people from culturally diverse backgrounds. Please contact us if you require any adjustments to participate in the recruitment process at . For more information on our commitment to inclusion and diversity see .

If you have any queries in relation to participation in recruitment processes at Health, or experience any issues in applying, please feel free to email . Please note that unsolicited applications from third parties cannot be accepted. If you have questions regarding the role, please message the contact person listed on the advertisement directly.

Preferred applicants may be required to complete a police check and other pre-employment checks. Information provided will be treated in line with our .

Job details Department: Department of Health
Job Reference: VG/DH/SCV/761431
Location: Melbourne - CBD
Work Type: Ongoing - full time
Job Function: Projects
Classification: VPSG4
Salary Range: $100,894 - $114,476
Job Duration: N/A
Date posted: 14-Sep-2026
Application Close Date: 28-Sep-2026
Attachments: (Word, 99KB)
Position Description

(PDF, 185KB)
Position Description

Contact:

Laurel Moss

[email protected]

📌 Project Officer, Planning and Development (Melbourne)
🏢 State Government Of Victoria
📍 Melbourne