Australia's firearms regulatory framework is widely recognised as a global benchmark for public safety. The National Firearms Register (NFR) is a nationally significant reform initiative that will strengthen information sharing and provide a more complete picture of firearm ownership, licensing and registration information across Australia.

The National Firearms Register Program is delivering the Victorian component of this national initiative. The NFR will bring together information from Commonwealth, state and territory firearms registries and management systems into a single national capability, supporting improved public safety, law enforcement effectiveness and informed decision-making.

As part of this important reform program, Victoria Police is seeking a motivated and highly organised Project Officer to support the successful delivery of program outcomes.

About the role:

As a Project Officer, you will play an important role in supporting the planning, coordination, governance and delivery of initiatives across the National Firearms Register Program.

Working closely with Program and Senior Project managers, wider program team and business representatives, you will contribute to a range of project activities, including governance support, reporting, risk management and project administration.

This role provides an excellent opportunity for an emerging project professional who enjoys working in a fast-paced environment, has strong organisational skills and can build effective working relationships across diverse stakeholder groups.

Victoria Police is a contemporary and agile workplace and supports flexible working arrangements.

Your duties will include:

Support the coordination and delivery of program and project activities across multiple workstreams.
Develop and maintain project documentation, including governance papers, briefs, reports, meeting materials and project plans.
Monitor project schedules, milestones, actions, risks, issues and dependencies to support successful delivery.
Assist with program reporting and provide timely updates to management and governance forums.
Prepare briefing notes, correspondence, presentations and project proposals for a range of stakeholders.
Support stakeholder engagement activities and maintain effective working relationships across key stakeholders.
Apply project management methodologies and contribute to continuous improvement initiatives.
Undertake research, analysis and administrative activities to support program objectives.

About You:

The successful candidate will ideal ly have the following skills and experience:

Experience in supporting projects, programs or business improvement initiatives in a complex environment.
Strong organisational skills with the ability to manage competing priorities and meet deadlines.
Well-developed written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to prepare high-quality reports, briefs and presentations.
Sound analytical and problem-solving capabilities.
Strong stakeholder engagement skills and the ability to work collaboratively across multiple teams.
Attention to detail and a commitment to achieving quality outcomes.
A proactive and adaptable approach with the ability to work with limited supervision.

Further Information:

One (1) x full-time, fixed-term position until 30 June 2028.
This position is located at Victoria Police Centre, 311 Spencer Street, Docklands.
Applicants must be an Australian Citizen, Permanent Resident or hold a valid work permit or visa.
The successful candidate will be required to undergo pre-employment checks which may include fingerprint checks and misconduct screening.
We expect our people to foster a safe and inclusive environment where their behaviour and attitude reflects, builds upon and promotes a positive and collaborative workplace that respects the culture and values of Victoria Police.

Your application must include:

Resume
Completed application form – the word document (2. Application form) for you to complete and attach to your submission, is attached to the job advertisement.

Applications close midnight, Sunday 16 August 2026.

Please Note: All applications will need to be submitted through one of the following platforms: Victorian Government careers website (Careers.vic). Applications will not be accepted via other platforms or email.

For further information, please contact: Ben Vella on (03) 83351323or Benjamin.Vella@police.vic.gov.au

We welcome applications from people with disability and aim to support an inclusive recruitment experience. If you require a copy of this advertisement and attached documentation in an accessible format or would like to discuss an access requirement/reasonable adjustment for the recruitment process (including an alternate method of submission of the application), please contact VPS Recruitment via email VPSRECRUITMENT@police.vic.gov.au or on (03) 8335 6004.

About Us:

Victoria Police has a dedicated workforce of more than 22,000 employees consisting of police, protective services officers, police custody officers, and public service staff. Each employee plays a vital role in providing the 24/7, 365 days a year emergency response and public safety capability the organisation delivers to its community. As a Victoria Police employee, you have a dedication and commitment to community safety.

Victoria Police is committed to creating a workplace that is safe and inclusive of all our people. We empower and expect our people, at all levels, to develop interpersonal connections and collaborate, use sound judgement, and create and innovate.

In alignment with the principle of self-determination, Victoria Police is dedicated to enhancing our collaboration with the Aboriginal community in Victoria as we build a culturally safe and inclusive workplace for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander employees. We continue to engage and build relationships with local Aboriginal communities and work closely with them to enhance opportunities and services aimed at empowerment, equality, and equal participation across all areas of the organisation.

We value the diversity and differences of our employees, including their age, gender, culture, religion, sexual orientation, abilities, and life experience. We celebrate these diverse experiences and perspectives as each person brings an informed and contemporary approach to our work which enhances the wellbeing of all. We aim to provide a safe place that is reflective of the community it serves, allowing everyone to bring their whole selves to work.”

If after reading this, you're not sure you tick every single criteria box, but have the passion to get behind our purpose, the determination to face a challenge and a willingness to grow and learn, we think you should click the apply button anyway. We're passionate about building a diverse and inclusive team, and love hearing from people like you.

Find out what it is like working as a Victorian Public Servant for Victoria Police: https://www.police.vic.gov.au/vps

Applications close Sunday 16 August 2026 at 11.59pm

Posted

3 August 2026

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