The Program Coordinator Established Invasives in the Plants Chemicals and Invasives Branch (PCI) within Agriculture Victoria has a key role in leading the design and delivery of Agriculture Victoria’s established invasive species management program to provide improved operational practice.
You will lead the ongoing design and development of staff capability to deliver effective community programs that support the efficient administration of the Catchment and Land Protection Act 1994 and other related legislation. This will involve leading the planning, development and delivery of invasive species compliance programs, community grants programs, and stakeholder management forums, including regular monitoring, evaluation and reporting of invasive species program performance.
The position will work collaboratively with other PCI senior managers to influence stakeholders (internal and external) and develop strong working relationships with industry, key stakeholders and other staff across the Department of Energy, Environment and Climate Action (DEECA). You will also provide authoritative advice to senior management regarding program delivery issues associated with components of the Catchment and Land Protection Act 1994 and other biosecurity legislation.
Specialist/Technical Expertise/Qualifications
- Tertiary degree in Agricultural Science, Science or an equivalent science qualification. Candidates must have these qualifications to be considered eligible and verification is required prior to appointment.
This is a fixed term position available until 17 April 2027. 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.
Please refer to the Key Selection Criteria provided in the Position Description, including the mandatory requirements.
How to Apply:
If you are a current DEECA employee, please apply via DEECA Careers.
Applications close 11.59pm on Sunday, 30 August 2026.
All applications must be submitted through the online portal. We are unable to consider email or manual applications at this time.
Other relevant information:
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 flexible 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 safe 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.
