Senior Manager, Digital Technologies (vpsg6)

The Department of Jobs, Skills, Industry and Regions is firmly focused on driving a strong and resilient economy that benefits all Victorians – by creating more opportunities for people through jobs and skills; supporting businesses and industries to grow and prosper; and building vibrant communities and regions.

Established on 1 January 2023, our work spans numerous portfolios, supporting departmental ministers and operating across metropolitan, regional and international offices. We oversee various public entities, including public corporations, regulatory authorities and specialist boards.

The Department strongly encourages applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people and offers reasonable adjustments for applicants with disabilities.

Our values are accountability, integrity and respect, and underpin everything we do.

Senior Manager, Digital Technologies

Salary: $129,379 – $173,138 (Plus Superannuation)

Ongoing role

Usual hours of work: Full time (flexibility may be available)

Usual work location: 121 Exhibition Street, Melbourne (flexibility may be available)

This position is in the Telecommunications and Digital Economy branch. The Telecommunications and Digital Economy branch focusses on supporting Victoria’s digital economy and seeking greater economic and social value from new and existing private and public digital infrastructure.

We do this by supporting the development of Victoria’s digital ecosystem and capabilities, the growth of the information and communications technology sector, and digitalisation across the wider economy.

We are looking for a talented and highly motivated individual who is enthusiastic about supporting a thriving tech sector and digital economy in Victoria. Reporting to the Director, Digital Economy, you will lead a small team in a collaborative environment to provide policy advice and deliver industry development projects which support Victoria’s tech sector and broader digital economy. You will engage across government, industry and universities to develop and facilitate a pipeline of industry development projects and support their effective implementation. This role leads on delivery of a range of activities which support the ‘thriving digital economy’ pillar of Victoria’s Digital Strategy 2021-2026.

The position requires established industry experience and/or tech sector knowledge, strong stakeholder management skills, highly developed analytical skills and flexibility to respond to an evolving industry environment.

Further Information

For a confidential discussion, please contact Ashling James, Director Digital Economy on 0472 877 343.

Applicants will be required to comply with the Department of Jobs, Skills, Industry and Region’s (department’s) COVID-19 Vaccination requirements, as outlined in the department’s COVID-19 Vaccination requirements policy and in line with the department’s obligations under the Occupational Health and Safety Act 2004, directions, policies or procedures, including but not limited to any requirement to provide evidence of vaccination status.

Successful candidates will be required to undergo a National Police Records Check prior to commencing employment with the Department. For further information on the position, please refer to the attached position description.

Please note: If you require an adjustment to participate in any stage of the recruitment process or have a particular requirement to be communicated with by either telephone or email only, please notify the DJSIR Recruitment Team at with the position number in the subject line.

We respect and welcome people of all backgrounds, genders, sexualities, abilities, and cultures.

How to Apply

Please click the ‘Apply Now’ button. As part of the application process, you will need to provide a copy of your resume and a cover letter addressing the key selection criteria outlined in the position description.

Applications close at midnight on 10 April 2023 .