Biosecurity Engagement Officer | Full-time Permanent

Australian Capital Territory; Canberra; On-site; AUD 80,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Australian Capital Territory Government is seeking a Biosecurity Engagement Officer to support delivery of biosecurity outcomes across the Territory. This full-time permanent role involves building partnerships with government agencies, industry groups, landholders and community stakeholders to promote compliance with the ACT Biosecurity Act and coordinate engagement activities.

You will contribute to emergency preparedness, response and recovery efforts and may be placed in other roles to

Responsibilities

• Support the delivery of key biosecurity outcomes across the Territory.
• Build partnerships with government agencies, industry groups, landholders and community stakeholders.
• Promote compliance with the ACT Biosecurity Act and coordinate stakeholder engagement activities.
• Contribute to emergency preparedness, response and recovery efforts.

Job description

Biosecurity Engagement Officer
Full-time Permanent

Details: We are seeking a proactive and highly motivated Biosecurity Engagement Officer to support the delivery of key biosecurity outcomes across the Territory.

In this role, you will work closely with government agencies, industry groups, landholders, and community stakeholders to build strong partnerships and support the implementation of the ACT's Biosecurity Operations Plan. You will play an important role in promoting compliance with the ACT Biosecurity Act, coordinating stakeholder engagement activities, and contributing to emergency preparedness, response, and recovery efforts.

Notes: A Merit Pool will be established from this selection process and will be used to fill vacancies over the next 12 months. Selection may be based on application and referee reports only.

Note: Under the ACTPS employment framework you may be placed in another role where required for the efficient administration of the service.

The ACT public service is committed to closing the gap, underpinned by the belief that when Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people have a genuine say in the design and delivery of policies, programs and services that affect them, better life outcomes are achieved. More information can be found here ACT Closing the Gap Implementation Plan - ACT Government Transparency Portal .