Project Officer, Rural Water Projects

The Project Officer, Rural Water Projects is a key position in the dynamic and challenging area relating to the management of Victoria's regional and Rural Water infrastructure projects. The Project Officer will provide input to policy development, stakeholder management and project support related to the project governance and oversight of the Rural Water corporations.
The Project Officer will play a key role in project governance processes and will work closely with Victoria's water corporations in the delivery of projects, other sections of the Water and Catchments Group, other Divisions of DEECA, and other Government departments.
There will be an opportunity in this role to engage with other elements of the team's diverse work program as well as broader water sector intersections.
The role is suited to a highly motivated individual who is outcomes driven and able to form and maintain collaborative relationships with a variety of stakeholders.
Specialist/Technical Expertise/Qualifications

• An appropriate qualification in engineering, science, natural resource management or an approved equivalent is highly desired.
• A current Victorian Driver's Licence is required.

This is a fixed term position available for a period of 6 months. The work location for this position is 2 Lonsdale Street, Melbourne 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 Monday, 8 January 2024.
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 .
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 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.