Program Manager Natural Environment Programs

About this role

The Program Manager, Natural Environment Programs leads and manages a team of technical specialists to deliver place-based, high-quality statutory environmental and biodiversity related assessment and advice in the context of complex and competing policy priorities. The Natural Environment Program's key focus is to identify and manage risks to biodiversity relating to infrastructure development and management of public land

Specialist/Technical Expertise/Qualifications

• Qualifications and expertise in planning, or natural resource management or a related environmental field.
• Experience in leading technical/knowledge-based teams.
• Demonstrated ability to apply environmental and biodiversity assessment processes, focused on biodiversity risk management, native vegetation policy and related legislation is desirable.

This is a fixed term position available until 31 January 2026. The work location for this position is flexible within the Grampians Region 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 Wednesday, 23 April 2025.

Other relevant information:

If you are current Victorian Public Service (VPS) employee, employed on an ongoing, fixed term or casual basis you are eligible to apply for this role. People on labour hire contracts, such as agency staff and contractors, are not eligible to apply.

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.