About This Role

- Lead major projects that shape Victoria's gambling and liquor licensing system.
- Work on complex projects with a real impact on the community.
- Guide major licence changes, from early planning through to delivery.
- Enjoy an ongoing role where you can lead, grow and make a difference.
- Ongoing, full-time role earning $116,413 - $140,849 per year, plus super.

About Us

The Gambling, Liquor & Tobacco business unit supports the regulation of gambling, liquor and tobacco in Victoria, to minimise the harms these products can cause and contribute positively to the Victorian economy. It is responsible for:

- delivering and further developing the Victorian Government's strategic response to liquor, gambling and tobacco issues
- developing and implementing the government's policy on major gambling licensing processes
- delivering gambling reforms and supporting harm minimisation across clubs, hotels and the casino in Victoria
- delivering a research and evaluation program to inform responses to gambling harm in Victoria.

It advises the Minister for Casino, Gaming and Liquor Regulation and is the primary government point of reference for industry, community and government on liquor, tobacco and gambling issues.

What You Will Do

As a Senior Project Officer, you will lead major projects in commercial licensing.

You will help shape how Victoria manages major gambling licences. Your work will support fair decisions and better outcomes for the community.

You Will

- lead complex projects from early planning through to delivery
- manage project plans, risks and budgets to keep work on track
- help prepare briefings, reports and advice for senior leaders and ministers
- guide major licence changes and manage the steps after a licence is awarded
- lead procurement and project reviews under Victorian Government rules.

About You

A relevant project management qualification, such as PRINCE2, is desirable.



You will bring experience in leading large projects. Experience with licensing, regulation or high-value procurements will be highly valued.

You Should Also Have

- strong project skills, including the ability to plan, lead and deliver complex work
- commercial knowledge to assess costs, value and risks in major projects
- clear communication skills to explain complex issues and gain support for your ideas
- leadership skills to guide change, solve problems and build strong working relationships.

To learn even more about this role, please read the position description. If you have any further questions, feel free to email Susan Graham at [email protected].

Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander (Aboriginal) people are strongly encouraged to apply. Learn more about our Aboriginal workforce strategy.

How To Apply

Please click the Apply button on this advertisement. Applications should include a resume and covering letter. Attachments can be uploaded in .doc, .docx, .pdf, .txt or .rtf formats.

The successful candidate will be required to undergo pre-employment checks which may include national police checks and misconduct screening.

If you require adjustments to the recruitment and selection process, or require an alternative format to any of the application material, please don't hesitate to get in touch with the contact person listed on this ad.

Important Information

Child safe statement of commitment

The Department of Justice and Community Safety is committed to the safety and wellbeing of children and young people. We seek to prevent harm of any kind impacting children and young people and have zero tolerance for racism, child abuse and inequality. Children and young people's rights, relationships, identity, and culture must be recognised and respected, their voices heard, and their concerns acted upon. We aim to foster a culturally protected, child safe and child friendly environment for all children and young people we have contact with, deliver services to, or are impacted by our work.

📌 Senior Project Officer (Melbourne)
🏢 Department of Justice and Community Safety, Victoria
📍 Melbourne