Project Support Officer (Designated Aboriginal Position)

Department-of-Energy,-Environment-and-Climate-Action; Australia; Hybrid; AUD 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

The Department of Energy, Environment and Climate Action seeks an Administrative Officer to support the First Nations Water Branch in delivering the Aboriginal Water Program, helping include Aboriginal people in water management and reconnect communities to water for cultural and economic purposes.

The role will coordinate the quarterly Aboriginal Water Officer Network meetings and provide essential administrative support to the Network, with flexible work options across Victoria and hybrid

Qualifications

• Understanding of the contemporary issues and historical impacts affecting Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples.
• Proven ability to engage with Aboriginal communities effectively and sensitively.

Responsibilities

• Provide administrative support to the First Nations Water Branch and Aboriginal Water Program.
• Coordinate the quarterly Aboriginal Water Officer Network meetings.
• Support network administration and communications.

Skills

Cultural awareness of Aboriginal and T

Community engagement with Aboriginals

Job description

Occupation: Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander services

Location: Location not specified

Reference: 2590

The position will undertake administrative tasks to support the First Nations Water Branch in the delivery of the Aboriginal Water Program, which works to better include Aboriginal people in the way water is managed in Victoria and to reconnect communities to water for cultural, economic, customary and spiritual purposes. The position will also assist with the coordination of the quarterly Aboriginal Water Officer Network meetings and provide administrative support to the Network.

Specialist/Technical Expertise/Qualifications

• A knowledge and understanding of the contemporary issues and historical impacts affecting Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples
• Proven ability to engage with Aboriginal communities effectively and sensitively.

This is an ongoing position. The work location for this position is flexible within Victoria with hybrid work arrangements available.

Applications close 11.59pm on Wednesday, 11 November 2026.

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.

An inclusive, culturally safe and flexible workplace

This position is designated for Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander people under s.12 Special Measures of the Equal Opportunity Act 2010. Confirmation of Aboriginality will be required for appointment to this position. Only Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander people are eligible to apply.

We recognise the significant responsibility to enable self-determination, be accountable to Traditional Owners and provide opportunities to strengthen First Peoples’ connection to Country. We are committed to creating a culturally safe environment, where individuals feel safe, valued, and able to celebrate their culture, and spiritual and belief systems.

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 .

Applications close Wednesday 11 November 2026 at 11.59pm