Emergency Response jobs in Victoria

The Project Officer Natural Disasters Emergency Preparedness and Response drives the development and coordination of projects and processes across the Natural Disasters Emergency Preparedness and Response unit. The role coordinates and provides advice across the team ensuring that delivery of preparedness, readiness response and relief activities for natural disaster emergencies. The position reports to the Senior Project Officer Natural Disasters Emergency Preparedness and Response in the Natural Disasters Emergency Preparedness and Response Natrual Disasters unit within the Natural Disasters and Emergency Management Branch.

To perform effectively in this role, it is essential to have demonstrated skills in project management, prioritisation, administration/executive support, and excellent conceptual skills. The successful applicant will also have highly developed communication skills, both written and verbal, a collaborative mindset, the ability to manage multiple and competing requests, and the ability to work across various projects, teams and branches. Additionally, the successful applicant will demonstrate motivation, initiative and confidence when engaging with stakeholders.

Specialist/Technical Expertise/Qualifications

This is a fixed term position available until 30 June 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 Wednesday 16 September 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 aboriginal.employment@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.