Coordinator Acquisitions

The Coordinator Acquisitions is responsible for leading the delivery of public land acquisition programs by ensuring a co-ordinated approach, providing expert advice, delivering complex transactions, and contributing to policy and operational improvements. The role project manages the delivery of significant election commitments and other government priorities and departmental objectives, considering liabilities, opportunities often within the planning space. The role works collaboratively across teams and with stakeholders to ensure acquisition activities are timely, compliant, efficient and demonstrate adequate consideration of landowner needs.

Specialist/Technical Expertise/Qualifications

Desirable:

• Tertiary qualifications in land management, property, law, public policy, or a related field are desirable, or equivalent relevant experience.
• Demonstrated experience in public land policy and administration including land acquisition with a sound understanding of relevant legislation and policy frameworks including Land Acquisition and Compensation Act 1986, the Planning and Environment Act 1987 and the Crown Land (Reserves) Act 1978 and demonstrated experience in the implementation of complex land acquisitions, public land property dealings and projects.

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:

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

Click the ‘Apply’ button and you'll be redirected to a new platform and create an account.

Applications close 11.59pm on Monday, 24 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.