Project Officer

Project Officer

Agriculture Victoria Melbourne VIC $100,894 to $114,476 + super full-time, hybrid

The Department of Energy, Environment and Climate Action (DEECA) is seeking a Project Officer to join Agriculture Victoria. This role is a vital component of a dedicated, high-achieving team focused on ensuring robust coordination and collaboration in the execution of Animal Welfare and Agriculture Regulatory Policy (AWARP) division functions.

The Project Officer will play a key part in supporting division leadership, engaging with senior management across the division, Agriculture Victoria, and DEECA. The role is instrumental in securing necessary support and cooperation to achieve division priorities effectively and efficiently.

Key responsibilities include:

• Delivering administrative support functions to a consistently high standard.
• Contributing to continuous improvement in the provision of support across the division.
• Supporting internal meetings and external stakeholder events attended by division leadership.
• Managing email and calendars.
• Applying sound judgment in preparing responses to branch enquiries.
• Coordinating information requests.
• Arranging travel, purchasing, and finance activities.

Specialist/Technical Expertise/Qualifications

• A relevant tertiary degree in business administration or a related field would be well regarded.
• Demonstrated experience in providing confidential executive administrative support to senior management.
• Experience working with senior-level managers in a large organisation, preferably within the public sector.

This is an ongoing position. The work location is flexible within Victoria, with hybrid work arrangements available.

Application Instructions

To be considered, please submit a resume and a cover letter (maximum 2 pages) outlining your skills and relevant experience. Refer to the Key Selection Criteria provided in the Position Description, including mandatory requirements.

Current DEECA employees should apply via DEECA Careers. Click the ‘Apply' button to be redirected to a new platform where you can create an account.

Applications close at 11:59 pm on Tuesday, 14 July 2026. All applications must be submitted through the online portal. Email or manual applications cannot be considered.

Other Relevant Information

• Preferred candidates will undergo pre-employment screening, including a Declaration and Consent form and a Nationally Coordinated Criminal History Check.
• Applicants must possess the necessary work rights for the advertised employment period to be eligible for appointment.
• Appointment to this ongoing position is available only to Australian/New Zealand citizens or Australian Permanent Residents.

An inclusive, culturally safe and flexible workplace

DEECA is committed to fostering an inclusive workplace culture and ensuring a fair, accessible, and equitable recruitment process. Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander people are strongly encouraged to apply, recognising the unique strengths, knowledge, and perspectives they bring. DEECA is dedicated to a culturally safe and respectful workplace. For support with participation, please contact aboriginal.employment@deeca.vic.gov.au.

Flexible working arrangements, including hybrid work, varied hours, part-time work, and job sharing, are supported. For more information on our recruitment processes, visit applying for a role with us.