Manager, Office of the Executive Director

The Manager, Office of the Executive Director is responsible for leading the strategic coordination, governance, risk oversight, performance reporting and issues management functions that support the Executive Director of the Forest and Fire Assets and Resources Division.

The role ensures the Executive Director is supported with high‑quality, timely and integrated advice to enable clear decision‑making, strong governance and effective delivery of the division’s purpose: providing fit‑for‑purpose, value‑for‑money assets and resources to support forest, fire and emergency management outcomes across Forest Fire Management Victoria (FFMVic).

The position plays a critical leadership role in embedding consistent governance, accountability, performance oversight and ways of working across a complex, high‑risk operating environment, and in supporting the division’s operating model and reform agenda.

Specialist/Technical Expertise/Qualifications

• A relevant tertiary qualification is desirable.
• Demonstrated experience in executive coordination, governance and issues management within complex, high‑risk operating environments

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.

Please refer to the Key Selection Criteria provided in the Position Description, including the mandatory requirements.

How to Apply:

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Applications close 11.59pm on Sunday, 20 September 2026.

All applications must be submitted through the online portal. We are unable to consider email or manual applications at this time.

Other relevant information:

Preferred candidates will be required to undertake pre-employment screening, including a Declaration and Consent form and a Nationally Coordinated Criminal History 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.

An inclusive, culturally safe and flexible workplace

DEECA fosters an inclusive workplace culture and is committed to a fair, accessible, and equitable recruitment process.

We strongly encourage Aboriginal and or Torres Strait Islander people to apply.  We recognise the strengths, knowledge and perspectives First Nations people bring and DEECA is committed to a culturally safe and respectful workplace.  If you need support to participate, please contact aboriginal.employment@deeca.vic.gov.au. 

We support flexible working arrangements, including hybrid work, varied hours, part-time work and job sharing.  For more information about our recruitment processes, visit applying for a role with us.