Project Officer - Climate and Water Resources

As the Project Officer – Climate and Water Resources, you will support the delivery and application of research projects on climate change and water resources. You will draw on your strong technical background and water sector experience, along with excellent communication skills to build effective stakeholder relationships.
Working within a collaborative team, you will contribute to improving understanding of how climate change, climate variability, and catchment processes affect Victoria’s water resources; and support their integration into policy, planning and practice.

Specialist/Technical Expertise/Qualifications

• Tertiary qualifications in science, engineering, natural resource management or other relevant disciplines that relate to hydrology, water resources and/or climate science is required.
• Previous water sector experience is highly desirable.

This is a fixed term position available until 05 February 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, 20 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.

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.