Local recruitment: Senior Project Officer

Job type: Full time

Job classification: VPSG5

Contact: Naomi Douglas | 0407746728

Job attachments: PD_SnrProjectOfficer_AWU_50927798.docx

Job Description

Location: Melbourne | CBD

Job type: Full time

Organisation: Department of Energy, Environment and Climate Action

Salary: $103,920 – $125,735

Occupation: Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander services

Reference: VG/50927798

This is an opportunity to join the dedicated and supportive Aboriginal Water Unit in an ongoing role as Senior Project Officer. The team works closely with Traditional Owners across Victoria to create opportunities to increase self-determination and facilitate Traditional Owner access to water.

In this role you will manage funding agreements with Traditional Owners and other partners, have the opportunity to grow relationships with Traditional Owners groups and the water sector, and work closely with regionally-based Aboriginal water officers to support their water aspirations and responsibilities.

While the team is based in Melbourne CBD, we are a truly flexible team and are open to supporting other work locations in Victoria for the right candidate.

This position has been approved for Australian Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander People. It is an identified position under the ‘special measures’ section 12 of the Equal Opportunity Act 2010. Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander people are encouraged to apply for this position.

Specialist/Technical Expertise/Qualifications

• The position requires an in-depth understanding of the issues affecting Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples and a proven ability to engage with Aboriginal communities effectively and sensitively. 
• Applicants are required to have demonstrated experience working with Traditional Owners, preferably related to natural resource management in Victoria. 
• A qualification in natural resource management or water is desirable. 

This is an ongoing position. 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.

For further information please refer to the attached position description.

Applications close at midnight on Wednesday, 15 February 2023.

Other relevant information:

For this particular vacancy, priority consideration applies to Victorian Public Service (VPS) and select employees of the Victorian Public Sector who apply through the Jobs and Skills Exchange (JSE) jobs board platform.

Preferred candidates will be required to undertake pre-employment screening, including a Declaration and Consent form and a National Police Check.  Recruitment is subject to the prospective employee confirming their vaccination status as up to date (3 doses) or providing evidence that they are medically exempt.

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.

This position is classified as an “identified position” aimed at increasing employment opportunities for Australian Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander People. The position requires an in-depth knowledge of Aboriginal culture and an ability to communicate with Aboriginal communities. Australian Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander people are encouraged 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.

For general information about Aboriginal Employment at DEECA, please contact self.determination@delwp.vic.gov.au.