Description:
What you will be doing
Reporting directly to the Manager, Instructional Products, this role will be responsible for:
- Leading a team of technical writers and instructional designers to produce work instructions for the temporary election workforce for use at the 2026 State Election and any by-elections
- Collaborating with subject matter experts to develop a working knowledge of the election procedures to be able to support the team with the creation of work instructions
- Coaching and directing technical writers to ensure work instructions are accurate and comprehensively reflect procedures, and are user-friendly in line with agreed standards
- Ensuring the team meet content development and production timelines, whilst working with the Manager, Instructional Products, to identify and rectify any timeline slippage
- Contribute to the planning, development and scheduling of the Instructional Products work program
What you will bring to the role
- Demonstrated experience delivering a variety of clear, accurate and user-focused work instructions
- Proven ability to comprehend, investigate and deconstruct complex processes
- High-level verbal and written communication skills
- The ability to work autonomously and as part of a team
- Ability to multitask and prioritise in a fast-paced business environment
- Commitment to the VEC's core values
How to apply
All applicants must submit:
- a current CV and
- a separate document with responses to Key Selection Criteria (KSC) 6.1, 6.2, 6.3 and 6.4 as listed in the position description.
- Applications should be lodged online via the Apply Now button (below). The VEC can only accept applications lodged via Victorian Government Careers website.
Applications close at 11:59pm on Sunday, 25 May 2025.
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. 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 Rose Williams at rose.williams@vec.vic.gov.au