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Project Officer

Posted on Nov. 21, 2025

Melbourne, Australia
0 - 0 USD (yearly)

Part Time

Are you passionate about waterways and the environment? Are you looking to apply your project management and problem solving skills? Do you like working with partners across a range of organisations?

If this sounds like you, look no further than this opportunity to join the Waterway Policy and Programs branch as a Project Officer in the Regional Waterway Programs team.

This position will be responsible for delivering a range of projects to help ensure Victorian waterways are diverse and connected ecosystems that provide environmental, social, cultural and economic benefits for everyone, even as our climate changes. The role will be critical in the implementation of policies and actions in the Victorian Waterway Management Strategy and will have the opportunity to work with partners such as catchment management authorities and Traditional Owners to support the development and implementation of regional waterway strategies and other key waterway related plans.

Specialist/Technical Expertise/Qualifications

Highly desirable: An appropriate qualification in environmental science, natural resource management, or equivalent.
Highly desirable: Experience working in the fields of water, catchment, natural resource or environmental management.

This is an ongoing position. 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.

Please refer to the Key Selection Criteria provided in the Position Description, including the mandatory requirements.

How to Apply:

If you are a current DEECA employee, please apply via DEECA Careers.

Applications close 11.59pm on Thursday, 27th November 2025.

All applications must be submitted through the online portal. We are unable to consider email or manual applications at this time.

Other relevant information:

Preferred candidates will be required to undertake pre-employment screening, including a Declaration and Consent form and a Nationally Coordinated Criminal History 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. For more information visit applying for a role with us.

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