Program Officer, Forest Health & Resilience

About this role

The statewide Forest Health and Resilience team is responsible for coordinating the planning, delivery, monitoring and reporting of forest health initiatives in collaboration with regions and Traditional Owner groups, as well as developing and refining relevant doctrine. As the successful applicant, you will assist with developing and implementing statewide forest health initiatives and collation of statewide forest health and resilience data and information, working closely with regions and districts, as well as other parts of the business such as policy, planning and authorisations. The position will also develop and refine standards and doctrine to support forest health and resilience initiatives.

Specialist/Technical Expertise/Qualifications

• A relevant tertiary qualification in natural resource management, forest or environmental science or similar is highly desirable.
• Experience in forest management.
• GIS skills are desirable but not essential.

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, 02 September 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.