Project Officer (Container Deposit Scheme)

The Victorian Governments  container deposit scheme rewards Victorians with a 10 cent refund for every eligible can, carton and bottle they return. The scheme provides shared benefits to the community, environment and economy by delivering more and better recycling, less waste and less litter.

Recycling Victoria is responsible for the scheme’s oversight, administration and regulation.

The Project Officer will provide program support to the Container Deposit Scheme team including, but not limited to drafting briefs, responding to correspondence, project planning and coordination, media monitoring, governance processes including minute taking, reporting, records management, event coordination, stakeholder engagement, communications and change management activities.

** Note - Recycling Victoria will be transitioning to the EPA on 30 June 2026.

Specialist/Technical Expertise/Qualifications

Mandatory:

• High level written communication skills and strong attention to detail.
• MS PowerPoint skills.

Desirable:

• Relevant tertiary qualification such as business, communications or information management.
• Demonstrated experience in issues analysis and resolution to inform the preparation of sensitive and confidential correspondence.
• Communications and administrative skills and experience. Attention to detail, excellent writing and organisation skills, advanced level in MS Office suite.
• Experience arranging ministerial events would be highly regarded.

This is a fixed term position until 23 March 2027. The work location for this position is 8 Nicholson Street, East 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.

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 April 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

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. For more information visit applying for a role with us.