Improvement and Reform Officer

About this role

A newly created role is available for an Improvement and Reform Officer with great communication skills to work within the Planning and Environment Assessment branch.

Your experience with reporting, coordination, administration and your excellent written and verbal communication skills will see you excel in this role. The position will work across the branch using our customised systems and with other government stakeholders to report on the delivery of planning outcomes that support housing growth and biodiversity objectives. The role will benefit from the positive workplace culture and flexible working arrangements within DEECA and be supported by a dynamic team of professionals across the branch.

Specialist/Technical Expertise/Qualifications

• Relevant tertiary qualifications or equivalent experience in land use planning, environmental science or administrative business management preferred.
• Knowledge and experience in the application of Victoria's planning system and environmental regulation framework is desirable.

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.

For further information please refer to the attached position description.

Applications close at midnight on Tuesday, 18 February 2025.

Other relevant information:

Preferred candidates will be required to undertake pre-employment screening, including a Declaration and Consent form and a National Police 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.