About the role

This is a Fixed Term Position until 31st December 2027.

Reporting to the Senior Manager, Road Safety Strategy and Planning, the Principal Strategy Officer will work closely with subject matter experts, the Road Safety Partners and other stakeholders to drive strategic planning and support the identification and development of road safety investment opportunities. You’ll apply road safety expertise to coordinate, develop and provide strategic advice across a range of programs, projects and policy areas, facilitating engagement and decision-making by executives, the Secretary and the Minister. You’ll work as part of the Strategy and Planning team, holding key relationships across Road Safety Victoria, the Department and the Road Safety Partners.

What we’re looking for

You’re someone who:

- thinks critically, weighing up options and evidence to resolve issues and deliver effective solutions.
- understands the political and organisational context, and can navigate formal and informal decision-making processes.
- manages complex and sometimes competing stakeholder needs, finding practical solutions that work for everyone.
- translates strategy into explicit, well-governed programs and projects that deliver results.
- collaborates naturally, building relationships across teams to get the best outcomes for the community.

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Qualifications and experience

You’ll bring:

- A tertiary qualification in a relevant discipline and/or experience in a similar role (mandatory).





Pre-employment checks and employment conditions

Relevant pre-employment screening and reference checks will be required.

Applicants must be an Australian Citizen, Permanent Resident or hold a valid work permit or visa necessary for the nature of the position.

Recipients of Victorian Public Service (VPS) voluntary departure packages should note that re-employment restrictions apply.

How to apply

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Applications close at 11.59pm on Tuesday, 3rd November 2026.

Please include both your resume and a cover letter addressing how your experience addresses each of the key selection criteria for the role. All applications must be submitted via the online portal, we’re unable to accept email or manual submissions.

For further information about the role, please contact Lisa Brodie, Senior Manager Road Safety Strategy & Planning, at ***********@transport.vic.gov.au.

Redeployees

If you are a VPS redeployee, please state this in your cover letter and include your case manager’s contact details. This helps ensure your redeployment status is appropriately considered. For more information on redeployment, visit the Victorian Government policy

Important information

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📌 Principal Strategy Officer (Melbourne)
🏢 Department of Transport & Planning Victoria
📍 Melbourne