Project and Program Manager - STEM Education Centres

About the role

The Department of Education is seeking a Project and Program Manager to lead the operational management, grant funding and future provision planning of Victoria's 24 STEM education centres, which currently includes 18 Tech Schools and 6 Science and Maths Specialist Centres. The successful candidate will lead a team of 4.0 FTE, manage complex stakeholder relationships with the Directors of the STEM education centres and drive improvement and change. The role sits within the Tech Schools and Performing Arts branch, which delivers learning programs outside the classroom to help students develop STEM pathways.

Key responsibilities

• Lead the operational management of the 24 STEM education centres
• Manage grant funding and plan future provision
• Lead a team of 4.0 FTE
• Manage stakeholder relationships with the Directors of the STEM education centres
• Drive improvement and change across the centres

Required profile

• Experience in grants and contract management (essential)
• Experience in delivering capital infrastructure projects (desirable)

To apply, submit a cover letter addressing the Key Selection Criteria (maximum two pages) and a current resume. Applications close 11:59pm on Monday, 23 November 2026. Preferred applicants may be required to complete a police check and other pre-employment checks.