Information Management jobs in Melbourne VIC

• Full-time, Fixed Term 18 month contract
• VPS Grade 5.1 ($116,413 - $128,631 plus superannuation)
• Location: Collins Street CBD
• Hybrid working arrangements available

Why join us

At the Victorian Electoral Commission (VEC) we are not just about elections, we are about enabling all Victorians to actively participate in their democracy. The VEC conducts state and local council elections and is responsible for promoting public awareness and understanding of electoral issues in the Victorian community. Our goal is to be change ready and responsive to legislative changes and community expectations in a dynamic and complex operating environment.

We provide a values driven workplace culture with a passion for excellence and innovation in the services we provide. We offer a supportive environment that encourages professional development and provide opportunities to broaden your experience though internal working groups and committees across VEC branches.

Apply now to make a meaningful contribution to the democratic process.

About this opportunity

Reporting directly to the Information manager, this role will establish and lead a major project to decommission the VEC's network drive and transition content to more suitable platforms.

The Project Lead will establish a four-phase project comprising requirements gathering, implementation planning, delivery, and review and closure. They will lead stakeholder engagement, manage project risks and change impacts, and provide information management advice to support the project.

About the team

The IKM function is responsible for running an extensive information, knowledge and records management program including:

• Delivering and supporting the information and records management framework
• Promoting best practice for information management, information privacy and information sharing
• Ensuring the organisation complies with data protection, freedom of information, privacy, and information and records management obligations

A day in the life of a Project Lead, Information and Knowledge Management

As a Project Lead, you will use your information and records management knowledge to establish and lead a major project that will have a significant impact on the organization.

Through the preparation of project briefs and business plans, you will play a key role in providing high-level, frank advice to senior level stakeholders.

You will require a level of autonomy to make decisions and mitigate potential project risks. You will need to negotiate, influence, and resolve issues across diverse business areas to achieve outcomes, and provide regular status reports to key stakeholders.

About you

• Ability to lead, coordinate and contribute to the planning and implementation of IKM projects, and interpret legislative and regulatory requirements to apply to project deliverables
• Ability to develop project briefs, business plans, oversee resource planning, and establish and maintain effective escalation frameworks
• Provide expert advice, recommendations, and risk-based assessments that inform strategic decision making and influence project outcomes.
• Ensure emerging issues and risks are identified, managed and escalated in accordance with risk management protocols
• Provide critical project status updates to management and key stakeholders.

How to apply

All applicants must complete the online application form and submit a current CV and a separate document with responses to Key Selection Criteria (KSC) 6.1, 6.3 and 6.6 as listed in the position description.

Note that VEC can only accept applications lodged via the apply button which leads to the Victorian Government Careers log in and application process via Careers Vic.

Applications close at 11:59pm on Sunday 2 August 2026

Diversity and inclusion

We highly encourage Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, people with disabilities and culturally and linguistically diverse people to apply.
We are committed to diversity and inclusion in our workplaces with the people we employ, and at the ballot box with the people we serve. We aim to create a workplace that is inclusive, equitable, and safe for all.

We understand that candidates may need adjustments in the recruitment process and/or workplace. For any questions or request for accommodations, please e-mail PeopleMailbox@vec.vic.gov.au

Pre-employment checks

Successful applicants will be required to satisfy character clearance requirements including, but not limited to, Nationally Coordinated Criminal History Check (NCCHC) and working with children check.

In accordance with Section 17A of the Electoral Act 2002, the VEC may ask applicants to disclose specific political activities that could compromise the perceived independence of the organisation. Learn more about disclosing political activities.

VEC contact details
For further information please contact Ben Harvie at ben.harvie@vec.vic.gov.au.