Regional Community Engagement Officer

This is an exciting opportunity to join a diverse project management team and work in one of the most beautiful parts of the world. This role will develop and lead engagement for high risk and high-profile land management projects across the Gippsland region. Specifically, the focus of this role will be to assist in the delivery of storm debris projects on public land in west Gippsland.The successful applicant will be self-driven and a problem solver. They will have demonstrated experience in developing and implementing engagement plans. Having a background in land management would be an advantage but not essential.Specialist/Technical Expertise/Qualifications

• Knowledge and understanding of land and fire management in Victoria is desirable.
• Demonstrated experience in stakeholder engagement in a land and/or bushfire management context

This is a fixed term position available until 30 June 2025. The work location for this position is flexible within the Gippsland 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.For further information please refer to the attached position description.Applications close at midnight on Wednesday, 10 July 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 WorkplaceDEECA 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.