Work Type: Fixed-term - Full-time or part-time
Salary: $97,955 - $111,142
Grade: VPS 4
Occupation: Policy
Location: Melbourne - CBD and Inner Metro suburbs
Reference: VG/50927639JUNE
The Project Officer will work with a broad range of internal and external key stakeholders to contribute to the development and delivery of integrated catchment management policy, programs, and initiatives. You will have the opportunity to work in a small supportive team with a flexible culture within the larger team to deliver significant investment to improve the health of catchments and waterways across Victoria. You will contribute to the delivery of a four-year catchment stewardship investment program and support development and implementation of key initiatives by working with internal and external partners and stakeholders.
The ideal candidate will have experience in supporting program budget and grant management (e.g. Salesforce). This position is suited to someone with a passion for improving the stewardship of our catchments through catchment management and natural resource management.
Specialist/Technical Expertise/Qualifications
This is a fixed term position available for a period of 54 Weeks. 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.
Applications close at midnight on Thursday, 31 July 2025.
Other relevant information:
Preferred candidates will be required to undertake pre-employment screening, including a Declaration and Consent form and a National Police Check.
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.