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Job Title


Project Officer (Integrated Water Programs)


Company : Department of Energy, Environment and Climate Acti


Location : Melbourne, Australia


Created : 2025-06-18


Job Type : Full Time


Job Description

Project Officer (Integrated Water Programs) Join to apply for the Project Officer (Integrated Water Programs) role at Department of Energy, Environment and Climate Action An exciting opportunity to drive the transition to an integrated water management approach to deliver better outcomes in regional Victorian communities. As Project Officer, Regional IWM Programs, you will work with representatives from water corporations, Traditional Owner Groups, Local Government representatives, and catchment management authorities to assist them in adopting an integrated water management approach in regional Victoria. You will support practitioners through facilitation of collaboration and capacity-building programs. Well-developed collaborative and systems thinking skills will be highly valued. You will be part of a diverse, supportive team with a constructive culture. Specialist/Technical Expertise/Qualifications Mandatory unrestricted Drivers License Highly Desirable a tertiary qualification, preferably in science, civil or environmental engineering, natural resource management, economics, political science, social science, law, urban planning or related field. Desirable experience in project management and/or process and systems delivery. Desirable demonstrated expertise in land-use or water planning or policy and expertise in integrated water management or related areas. This is a fixed-term position available for a period of 2 years. The work location is flexible within Victoria with hybrid work arrangements available. 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 Sunday, 25 May 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, applicants must possess work rights for the employment period. Appointment to an ongoing position is only available to Australian/New Zealand citizens or Australian Permanent Residents. A Diverse, Inclusive and Flexible Workplace DEECA welcomes applicants from diverse backgrounds and focuses on essential requirements of the job, ensuring fair treatment of all applicants. We support flexible options such as working from home, flexible hours, part-time work, job sharing, or accessing leave. #J-18808-Ljbffr