Strategy Implementation Project Officer

Agriculture Victoria; Melbourne; Hybrid; AUD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

The Department of Energy, Environment and Climate Action seeks a Strategy Implementation Project Officer to support Victoria's biosecurity approach. You will plan, coordinate and implement biosecurity strategy projects, governance activities and stakeholder engagement across a diverse portfolio.

Working with DEECA, you will develop reporting, undertake analysis and contribute to communications that enable coordinated action and strengthen implementation systems in Victoria.

Qualifications

• A relevant tertiary degree, recognised qualification or relevant experience is required.
• Experience in project delivery and governance support is desirable.
• Experience with strategy or policy implementation is desirable.

Responsibilities

• Plan and coordinate biosecurity projects and governance activities.
• Analyze and report on project outcomes and progress.
• Support communication and engagement to enable coordinated action.

Education

A relevant tertiary degree, recognised qualification or relevant experience

Experience in project delivery, stakeholder engagement, governance support, strategy implementation or related fields

Job description

Department of Energy, Environment and Climate Action

The Strategy Implementation Project Officer supports the delivery of Victoria's approach to biosecuirty by contributing to the planning, coordination and implementation of Victoria's Biosecurity Strategy, strategic projects, initiatives and governance activities. Working across a diverse portfolio, the position develops productive stakeholder relationships, provides project and governance support, undertakes analysis and reporting, and contributes to communication and engagement activities that enable coordinated action across Victoria's biosecurity system. The role plays an important part in strengthening implementation systems, processes and partnerships to support the delivery of long-term biosecurity outcomes.

Specialist/Technical Expertise/Qualifications

• A relevant tertiary degree, recognised qualification or relevant experience is required.
• Experience in project delivery, stakeholder engagement, governance support, strategy implementation, policy implementation or related fields is desirable.

This is a fixed term position available until 30 June 2028. The work location for this position is flexible within Victoria 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.

An inclusive, culturally safe and flexible workplace

DEECA fosters an inclusive workplace culture and is committed to a fair, accessible, and equitable recruitment process.

We strongly encourage Aboriginal and or Torres Strait Islander people to apply. We recognise the strengths, knowledge and perspectives First Nations people bring and DEECA is committed to a culturally safe and respectful workplace. If you need support to participate, please contact ***************@deeca.vic.gov.au.

We support flexible working arrangements, including hybrid work, varied hours, part-time work and job sharing. For more information about our recruitment processes, visit applying for a role with us.

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.