Policy Project Officer

Description:

Are you passionate about landscape management and driving sustainable change? Do you have a knack for shaping policy and leading and supporting impactful projects? We want YOU to join our team!

As the Policy and Project Officer , you’ll play a pivotal role in improving landscape outcomes across the State. You’ll coordinate and contribute to a range of programs and policies under the Landscape SA Act 2019, helping to create a more sustainable future.

What You'll Do:

• Provide expert policy and legislative advice in alignment with strategic priorities.
• Help deliver key programs like the Landscape Priorities Fund Grants Program.
• Support the State Landscape Strategy and contribute to strategic planning.
• Prepare essential government materials and strategic communications.

What Makes This Opportunity Unique

• Be at the forefront of diverse landscape management issues, supporting DEW and landscape boards across the State.
• Be part of a small, positive team committed to improving the future of our landscapes.

If you’re ready to make a meaningful contribution to the environment and be a key player in shaping the landscape of tomorrow, apply now!

What can we offer you!

• Working in an organisation that is contributing to significant environmental outcomes in the great state of South Australia!
• Be part of a fun, collaborative and supportive team.
• Hybrid working model with flexible working options including work from home available to promote work life balance.
• Free entry into DEW managed Parks in South Australia.
• Salary Sacrifice Benefits.
• Access to our Employee Assistance Program (EAP).
• Meaningful and rewarding career

Contract:
6 Month Contract

Special Conditions:

• May be required to participate in fire management and associated duties.
• Some intra-state travel may be required
• May be required to work out of hours
• This role has been designated as a Position of Trust pursuant to the standards required in the Australian Government Protective Security Policy Framework. By applying for this role you consent to being screened under the process of obtaining a National Police Clearance (NPC), and to the Department requiring you to obtain an NPC.

Remuneration:
ASO5, $85,790 min - $95,413 max p.a.

Enquiries to:
Gemma Green, A/Manager, Landscape Services
gemma.green@sa.gov.au
0427 588 625

Application Instructions:
Applications are to be submitted online through I WORK FOR SA.

Applicants are to submit a pre-employment declaration, CV and letter of application (max. 3 pages) addressing the Technical, Professional/Knowledge and Experience (including qualifications) as outlined in the Role Description.

The Department for Environment and Water is committed to building a diverse and inclusive workplace. We encourage applications from people with diverse backgrounds including all ages and gender identities, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander, people with disability, culturally and linguistically diverse and LGBTIQA+.

Flexibility Statement
The South Australian public sector promotes diversity and flexible ways of working including part-time. Applicants are encouraged to discuss the flexible working arrangements for this role.