Fruit Fly Murray Valley Regional Coordinator

We're currently searching for a qualified and hard-working Fruit Fly Murray Valley Regional Coordinator to join our organisation in a temporary, full-time capacity up to and 30 June 2025.

Position details

• Full Time Temporary Position up to and including 30 June 2025.
• This role allows for flexible working arrangements and as part of the package, Council will also provide relocation assistance to help support a move to the region.
• Job Number: R2332
• Applications Close: 4pm, Thursday 22 June 2023

Position objectives

The Regional Coordinator will be responsible for:

• The overall goal of the Regional Coordinator is to deliver the Fruit Fly Murray Valley Regional Strategy 2021-2025 and associated Action Plan to improve Queensland fruit fly (QFF) management under the Agriculture Victoria – Victorian Fruit Fly Strategy grants program.
• The Regional Coordinator is responsible for the effective management, direction and activities delivered in accordance with the policies of the MRCC.
• In conjunction with the Environmental Sustainability Coordinator, The Regional Coordinator is to ensure the Fruit Fly Murray Valley Regional Advisory Group is informed in a pro-active manner about the progress of the delivery of the Fruit Fly Murray Valley Regional Strategy 2021-2025 and associated Action Plan.
• The Regional Coordinator, with support from the Environmental Sustainability Coordinator, is responsible for meeting contractual requirements, including financial management and ensuring correct execution of all relevant documents.
• Qualifications and experience
• Ideally the successful applicant will have the following:
• Tertiary Qualifications in a related field of agriculture/horticulture, biosecurity or science and relevant experience or lesser formal qualifications with substantial relevant experience in a related field such as project management.
• Appropriate experience in a role working with a Committee (or Board).
• Knowledge of the relevant legislation and its application.
• Experience with managing Government funding agreements.
• Hold a current satisfactory Police Check or ability to obtain one prior to commencement.

Salary and conditions

The position is classified within Band 7 of Council’s current Enterprise Agreement ranging from $95,522.04 to $108,041.44 per annum plus statutory superannuation.

Mildura Rural City Council is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to building a culture that values diversity. We encourage applications from individuals of all ages, backgrounds and identities.

We encourage people with a disability, lived experience of disability, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islanders and people from culturally diverse backgrounds to apply for this position.

All applicants must have the right to work in Australia and will need to provide a Police Check prior to commencing employment.

Mildura Rural City Council is a Child Safe organisation and as such, applicants may be required to hold a Working with Children Check. Applicants may also be required to undergo a pre-employment medical check as per the requirements of the role.

About our organisation

Mildura Rural City Council is a dynamic local government organisation that provides 100+ different services, facilities, programs and infrastructure to a resident base of 56,000+. Our workforce of 600+ employees support our community and help make our region a great place to live, work, play and visit. Learn more about our organisation at www.mildura.vic.gov.au

About our region

Mildura Rural City covers almost 10 per cent of the state of Victoria and shares borders with both New South Wales and South Australia. The region is home to Mildura - a vibrant city of 35,000+ people - and a range of smaller townships and rural communities spread across 22,000 square kilometres.

Only a short flight from three capital cities, Mildura boasts quality services, exciting attractions, diverse industries and a strong community spirit. There are fantastic professional, cultural, social, sporting and educational opportunities on offer. Learn more about our region at www.visitmildura.com.au

Applying for this position

All applications must include:

• A completed Job Application Form
• A resume
• A covering letter

Applicants that do not address the key selection criteria in their application may not be considered.

Submit your application

By email to: [email protected]

All emailed applications will be acknowledged.

In person to: Mildura Rural City Council, 108 Madden Avenue, Mildura

By mail to:

Chief Executive Officer

Mildura Rural City Council

PO Box 105

MILDURA VIC 3502

Want to know more?

Visit www.mildura.vic.gov.au/Jobs for a copy of the Position Description and Application Form.

Alternatively, contact our Human Resources team on (03) 5018 8197 or email [email protected]