Program Officer

The Program Officer supports the delivery, reporting, evaluation, and continuous improvement of a diverse portfolio of programs relating to infrastructure and services, particularly those delivered in partnership with local government. This role contributes to the delivery a range of complex programs, including Better Parks and Playgrounds, New and Upgraded Dog Parks, Kerbside Reform, Local Parks, Metropolitan Waste Contracts and Illegal Dumping. The Program Officer must be highly organised with a strong focus on service delivery and attention to detail, sound analytical and problem-solving skills, and the ability to prioritise tasks. You will be a self-motivated individual with excellent interpersonal and teamwork skills.

Specialist/Technical Expertise/Qualifications

• Experience in the development and management of funding programs 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.

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. 

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Applications close 11.59pm on Monday, 31 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 ***************@deeca.vic.gov.au.

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.