Location: Melbourne - CBD and Inner Metro suburbs

Reference: 2318

The Program Officer supports the delivery of programs, projects and initiatives that address waste service disruptions during emergencies. The Program Officer contributes to program delivery, stakeholder engagement and reporting activities, the preparation of briefings and advice and supports emergency management functions across mitigation, preparedness, response, relief and recovery.

Specialist/Technical Expertise/Qualifications

- Experience in supporting policy, program or project development and delivery is desirable.
- Knowledge of emergency management principles, frameworks and practices is desirable.
- Experience undertaking engagement and collaboration with stakeholders is desirable.
- Knowledge of the waste and resource recovery sector, including waste service delivery and operational considerations, is desirable.
- Tertiary qualification(s) in a relevant field are desirable

This is a fixed term position available until 30 September 2027. The work location for this position is 8 Nicholson Street, East Melbourne with hybrid work arrangements available.

Applications close 11.59pm on Sunday, 27 September 2026.

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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 adaptable 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 protected and respectful workplace. If you need support to participate, please contact [email protected] .

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 .

Applications close Sunday 27 September 2026 at 11.59pm

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📌 Program Officer Waste Emergencies (Melbourne)
🏢 State Government Of Victoria, Australia
📍 Melbourne