Project Manager

Who is VAGO?

The Victorian Auditor General’s Office (VAGO) is a critical part of Victoria’s integrity system. Independent to Parliament, VAGO ensures the accountability of the State Government through audits and assurance reviews of public sector agencies. To achieve this, VAGO annually conducts over 530 financial audits and numerous performance audits across a diverse range of portfolios including infrastructure, transport, health and social services, education, water, local government, insurance, justice, treasury and superannuation. Such a broad range of portfolios allows our people to gain unrivalled audit experience working throughout Melbourne and regional Victoria.

Why VAGO?

Our organisation is filled with people who love what they do, enact change and uphold our values. We are a workforce of highly motivated, empathetic and collaborative people, who encourage innovation and knowledge sharing.    

We strive to build and maintain an inclusive workplace that brings out the best in our people. We encourage and celebrate our diversity, and actively support work life balance and flexibility across all our roles.    

We have two audit portfolios within VAGO: Parliamentary Reports and Services and Financial Audit. Our audit support function is split into the Office of the Auditor-General and Corporate Services.

What's the role

Audit Quality (AQ) Managers at VAGO are dynamic, adaptable leaders accredited by Certified Practising Accountants Australia (CPA) or Chartered Accountants Australia and New Zealand (CAANZ) or the Institute of Public Accountants (IPA). AQ Managers motivate and coach others to achieve their work goals. They are responsible for the delivery of a work program within an allocated business area, which includes the provision of services, advice and assisting in the delivery of business improvement initiatives.    

VAGO’s AQ Managers are thorough and innovative in their approach to work and are motivated by the challenge of promoting continuous improvement in the Victorian public sector. They create opportunities for others to learn and develop, while actively pursuing their own professional development goals. 

This opportunity is a 6-month fixed-term contract.

Who we're looking for

The ideal candidate will have a proven track record in leading and delivering complex audits, investigations, and projects on time and within budget, in accordance with legislative and professional standards. They will have the strategic insight to identify emerging risks and opportunities that enhance audit focus and public sector accountability, while also contributing to the organisation’s long-term vision and capability planning. They will communicate effectively, providing clear and accessible explanations of complex technical concepts, and will apply sound judgment in managing complex issues. 

They will have strong analytical and problem-solving skills, a proactive and innovative mindset, and a collaborative approach that promotes knowledge-sharing and continuous improvement. The ideal candidate will actively manage and develop teams using a coaching and mentoring style, fostering a shared sense of purpose and modelling resilient and flexible behaviours. They will also be committed to ongoing professional development and demonstrate effective management of risk, procurement, and organisational resources. 

Experience and Qualifications:   

• Tertiary qualifications in Accounting, Commerce, Economics, Business, Finance, or a related field preferably at postgraduate level 
• Experience in Internal Audit or Risk and Compliance 
• Full professional membership with CPA Australia or CAANZ or the IPA or the equivalent overseas qualification  
• Extensive practical application and experience with auditing standards and methodologies or complex investigations, inquiries, or reviews.

What VAGO can offer you

We are a diverse bunch at VAGO so you'll be part of an organisation where the different backgrounds, perspectives and life experiences of our people are celebrated. We are committed to building a workplace that welcomes applicants of all ages, genders, sexual orientations, cultural backgrounds, people with disability, neurodiverse individuals, and Indigenous Australians.     

Within our collaborative and team-oriented environment, you will have the opportunity to take on a leadership role, providing guidance and creating growth opportunities for our junior staff.    

We welcome applications from everyone and encourage you to talk to us about any adjustments you may require to our recruitment process or the role itself. If you are a candidate with a disability or access requirement, let us know how we can provide you with additional support.   

If you would like to learn more about this role or life at VAGO, we encourage you to contact our Talent Acquisition team, via recruitment@audit.vic.gov.au.

Next Steps

Sound like you or someone you know? Don’t hesitate....‘Apply Now’.    

Applications close at 11:59pm on 31 July 2025.   

For more information, you'll find the position description here:  Project Manager, AQ VPS6.1