Work Type: Fixed-term - Full-time or part-time
Salary: $225,000 - $290,600
Grade: VPS SES1
Occupation: Leadership and management
Location: Melbourne - CBD and Inner Metro suburbs
Reference: VG/50966658JUL
The Opportunity
The Director, Sustainable Water Strategy and Drought is a senior leadership position in the Catchment and Communities division of the Water and Catchments Group within the Department of Energy, Environment and Climate Action (DEECA). The position is responsible for overseeing the development and delivery of priority Victorian water initiatives relating to water security and long-term public benefit outcomes in the context of climate change and dry conditions.
If this sounds like a program you want to be a part of, keep reading to find out some the things you will be responsible for delivering and some of the skills and experience you will bring with you. You can also refer to the Position Description for more information.
What you will deliver
What you will bring
What we offer you
This is a fixed term position available for a period up to 3 years. The work location for this position is 8 Nicholson Street, East Melbourne with hybrid work arrangements available.
To be considered for this position, applicants are encouraged to submit a resume and cover letter (no longer than 2 pages) summarising their skills and relevant experience.
For further information, please refer to the attached position description or call Melinda Knapp on 0408 577 829 or email [email protected].
Applications close at midnight on Sunday 27th July 2025.
Other relevant information:
Preferred candidates will be required to:
For more information about the pre-screening requirements for this position, please refer to the position description.
To be eligible for appointment to this role, applicants will possess corresponding work rights for the advertised employment period. Appointment to an ongoing position is only available to an Australian/New Zealand citizen or an Australian Permanent Resident.
A Diverse, Inclusive and Flexible Workplace
DEECA welcomes applicants from a diverse range of backgrounds and we focus on the essential requirements of the job and being consistent and fair in our treatment of all applicants. We also understand that a balanced life is important to our employees. Talk to us about our flexible options such as working some days from home, starting early or late, working part time, job sharing or accessing paid or unpaid leave.
For further information including the position description, key selection criteria and to apply visit www.careers.vic.gov.au