Project Officer

The Department of Energy, Environment and Climate Action, Bushfire and Forest Services group, is looking for a technically proficient monitoring, evaluation, reporting, and improvement (MERI) Project Officer to join an innovative, dedicated, and diverse team. This person will be integral to the team driving the implementation of a contemporary approach to MERI in our forest, fire, and emergency management- including implementation plan development and working with stakeholders, including Traditional Owners.

Specialist/Technical Expertise/Qualifications

• A tertiary qualification in environmental science, natural resource management, archaeology, anthropology, public administration, or equivalent experience in land management is required.
• Expertise in monitoring, evaluation and reporting (MER) principles and theory, and in developing and/or delivering MER frameworks and plans.

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:

If you are a current DEECA employee, please apply via DEECA Careers. 

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Applications close 11.59pm on Tuesday, 4 August 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.