Project Manager – Organisation Reform Program

Project Manager – Organisation Reform Program 

Reference number: 11135

Closing date: 11:00pm, 19 May 2026

• Full-time temporary position for 2 years 
• Salary commencing at Council band 6, $50.89 per hour, plus 12% superannuation, commensurate with skills and experience.
• Drive meaningful reform and deliver projects that make a real community impact

The Opportunity 

This is an exciting opportunity to support the Program Manager in delivering a dynamic portfolio of organisation-wide reform initiatives and projects. You will help ensure work is delivered on time, within budget, and to a high standard while playing a hands-on role in planning, coordination, and performance reporting. The position also offers the chance to build strong stakeholder relationships and work closely with consultants, contractors, community members, and internal teams, using clear and professional communication to support successful project outcomes.

Key Responsibilities

• Support the Program Manager to plan, manage, monitor and deliver the organisational reform program.
• Assist in the preparation and review of project plans and associated documentation for the relevant reform projects.
• Maintain a program wide masterplan and risks, issues and dependencies register.
• Track and record outcomes of the program (benefits realisation) and maintain appropriate registers.
• Assist in the preparation of project budgets, contribute to funding submissions and monitor financial performance, reporting variations as required.
• Contribute to the preparation of Executive briefings, status reports and other corporate reporting requirements in a timely, accurate manner under the supervision of the Manager.
• Liaise and collaborate with internal and external stakeholders to support clarity of expectations and compliance requirements of the organisational reform program under the supervision of the Manager.
• Maintain accurate project documentation, records and intellectual property using corporate systems.
• Follow Council processes, policies and deliver projects in line with the Project Management Framework.

Skills & Experience

We’re seeking a candidate with relevant tertiary qualifications and some experience, or an equivalent level of practical experience. You will have strong organisational and project management skills and be able to plan and prioritise your work effectively. You communicate clearly and can build positive relationships with stakeholders, consultants, and contractors in a public sector environment. You are comfortable working independently and take a proactive approach to achieving project outcomes. You also bring a practical, solutions-focused mindset to support organisational reform initiatives.

Next Steps

Applications must be submitted through our online system and should be in line with the Moonee Valley City Council Application Guide. Applications that do not meet these requirements may not be considered.

For further information, please view the Position Description and/or contact Graham Fitton, Manager Young, Inclusive and Ageing Communities on (03) 9243 9194.