Program Officer - Strategic Planning Analysis

Make an impact where spatial data drives strategic planning for Victoria’s public land.

Make an impact where spatial data drives real-world decisions. Join our Statewide Strategic Planning team to support strategic planning for Victoria’s public land road network, and contribute to broader forest and fire management planning.

What you’ll be doing

In this role, you will lead and support analysis that underpins statewide strategic planning, with a key focus on:

• Delivering GIS and spatial modelling to support the road network strategic planning process
• Providing analytical input into broader statewide forest and fire management planning projects
• Translating technical outputs into clear insights for planning, policy and decision-making
• Supporting consistent, integrated strategic planning across regions and programs

What we’re looking for

• Strong GIS / spatial analysis capability (ArcGIS Pro desirable)
• Experience or interest in road network, bushfire risk or forest management planning and spatial analysis
• A collaborative, proactive approach and ability to contribute across multiple priorities

Specialist/Technical Expertise/Qualifications

• Relevant tertiary qualification in science, forestry, natural resource management or equivalent is desirable.
• Geographic Information Systems (GIS), spatial analysis and computer modelling skills and experience are mandatory, ArcGIS Pro skills preferred.

Experience in one or more of the following areas is also desirable:

• • Road network analysis, bushfire risk analysis, forest management analysis
  • Python (programming)

This is a fixed term position until 30 June 2027. 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 Monday, 6 July 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.

A Diverse, Inclusive and Flexible Workplace

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