Work Type: Fixed-term - Full-time
Salary: $98,128 - $105,390
Grade: PVO5
Occupation: Projects
Location: Melbourne - CBD and Inner Metro suburbs
Reference: VG/1000748CPP
About Parks Victoria
At Parks Victoria, we're passionate about connecting people with nature and protecting some of Victoria's most treasured landscapes. We manage more than four million hectares of parks and reserves and work closely with Traditional Owners, volunteers, community groups and partner organisations to deliver positive environmental, social and economic outcomes for all Victorians.
We're seeking an experienced Community Programs Project Officer to help develop, coordinate and unify statewide community programs, supporting consistent, inclusive and effective community participation across Parks Victoria.
We offer
The Opportunity
As the Community Programs Project Officer, you will coordinate projects that support the development, implementation and integration of Parks Victoria's statewide community programs. Working across statewide teams, regional staff, Traditional Owners, community partners and other stakeholders, you will develop practical systems, tools and processes that enable effective place-based delivery.
You will manage project plans, actions, milestones and reporting while identifying opportunities to streamline processes, reduce duplication and improve community participation. You will also use program data and stakeholder feedback to support decision-making, strengthen communications and demonstrate the impact of community programs.
This is an opportunity to take ownership of defined project activities and contribute to a clearer, more coordinated approach to community activation across Parks Victoria.
Key Responsibilities
About You
You are an organised and collaborative project professional who is passionate about community participation and creating meaningful connections between people, parks and nature.
You can work independently, manage competing priorities and bring people together around shared objectives. You communicate clearly, build trusted stakeholder relationships and take a practical, solutions-focused approach to improving programs, systems and ways of working.
You'll bring
Your application will need to include:
Application Close date: Wednesday 7th of October 2026
Sound like you?
For a confidential discussion about the role, call Talia Holloway-Roden on [email protected] or apply online!
If you don't hold every skill or experience detailed above, please don't rule yourself out. We focus on hiring people who value collaboration and integrity. We value a culture where everyone can be themselves at work, regardless of background, orientation, age or gender.
If this resonates with you, then please consider applying or getting in touch to discuss.
Employment Requirements
Parks Victoria is committed to child safety and has zero tolerance for child abuse and all forms of harm to children, in accordance with the Victorian Child Safe Standards. All prospective employees to undergo a National Police Record Check and Working with Children Check prior to commencing employment.