Senior Forest and Fire Engagement Officer

State of Victoria; Greater London; Hybrid; GBP 10,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Senior Forest and Fire Engagement Officer to enhance community and stakeholder engagement for critical forest management initiatives. This role offers the opportunity to lead the development of essential engagement tools and communication strategies that align with local priorities. With a focus on collaboration, the position supports various programs, including the Joint Fuel Management Program. The organization promotes a diverse, inclusive, and flexible workplace, encouraging applicants from all backgrounds to apply. If you are passionate about environmental engagement and looking for a role that values work-life balance, this position could be your next career move.

Qualifications

• Experience in stakeholder and community engagement is desirable.
• Knowledge of IAP2 spectrum is beneficial.

Responsibilities

• Lead development of engagement tools for forest and fire programs.
• Support delivery of communication tools for management programs.

Skills

Stakeholder Engagement

Community Engagement

IAP2 Spectrum Knowledge

Education

Qualifications related to stakeholder engagement

Job description

Senior Forest and Fire Engagement Officer

Department: Department of Energy, Environment and Climate Action

The Senior Forest and Fire Engagement Officer will partner with District and Regional Teams to identify and prioritise engagement needs and requirements to support forest and fire program planning and delivery. This role will lead the development of engagement tools that meet local priorities.

The Senior Forest and Fire Engagement Officer will also lead the development of communication tools and support the delivery of engagement for the annual Joint Fuel Management Program, Operational Forest Management Program, and other forest and fire management works.

Specialist/Technical Expertise/Qualifications:

• Qualifications and/or expertise related to stakeholder and community engagement is desirable.
• Demonstrated knowledge and experience in applying the IAP2 spectrum is desirable.

This position is ongoing. The work location for this position is flexible within the Port Phillip Region 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.

Applications close at midnight on Sunday, 9 February 2025.

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 to this role, applicants must 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 focuses on the essential requirements of the job while being consistent and fair in our treatment of all applicants. We 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.