Position Number: 0065863
Location: Mildura
Role type: Full-time; Fixed-term for 12 months
Faculty: Engineering and Information Technology
Department: Mallee Regional Innovation Centre
Salary: UoM 5 - $83,159 - $95,518 p.a. plus 17% super
- Support cutting-edge horticultural projects / Engage with diverse stakeholders / Contribute to regional community resilience
- Apply now to make a tangible impact on drought preparedness and horticulture innovation in rural Australia
- Investing in you - benefits package including salary packaging, health and wellbeing programs, discounted services, and professional development opportunities.
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Your next career opportunity
As a Senior Project Officer at the Mallee Regional Innovation Centre, you'll play a crucial role in delivering projects that enhance drought resilience and horticulture innovation. You'll have the opportunity to engage with diverse stakeholders, from farmers to researchers, and contribute to impactful initiatives. Your work will directly support the adoption of innovative practices, improving drought preparedness and resilience in farming communities across the region.
Your responsibilities will include:
- Project Coordination: Implement and monitor project plans, contribute to milestone reporting, and support the success of various initiatives.
- Stakeholder Engagement: Organise industry workshops, field days, and knowledge-sharing events, building strong networks with diverse stakeholders.
- Strategic Support: Execute operational tasks, ensure adherence to policies, and contribute to data analysis and reporting for key project metrics.
- Event Management: Provide practical and technical support for on-ground activities, including field days, workshops, and trade stands.
You may be a great fit if:
You are a proactive and versatile professional with a degree in agricultural sciences or a related field, possessing excellent communication skills and the ability to engage effectively with diverse stakeholders in rural communities.
You may also:
- Have a strong foundation in agricultural sciences with experience in supporting research and development.
- Possess high-level oral and written communication skills, with the ability to translate technical information for non-technical audiences.
- Demonstrate excellent organisational skills and attention to detail, with the ability to meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
- Have experience in project support and stakeholder engagement, preferably in agriculture or regional development.
- Be familiar with drought management, horticulture, and environmental sustainability initiatives.
- Hold a current driver's license and be willing to travel regionally.
- For further information please refer to the attached PD.
What we offer you!
We offer the opportunity to be part of a vibrant community and enjoy a comprehensive range of benefits to support your success and sense of fulfillment, including:
- Supportive flexible work arrangements underpinned by our commitment to inclusion and well-being
- Progressive, considerate leave provisions to empower your work-life balance
- Salary packaging and access to a range of discounted services including Bupa health insurance
- Health and well-being services including a leading Employee Assistance Program
For more information check out our benefits page!
Your new team – Mallee Regional Innovation centre
The Mallee Regional Innovation Centre is housed within the Faculty of Engineering and Information Technology (FEIT).
The Mallee Regional Innovation Centre’s vision for the region is as global leader in collectively innovating and adapting to achieve sustainability of its natural resources and food systems.
With the support of its partners, The University of Melbourne, La Trobe University and SuniTAFE, the Centre is providing a Mallee-centred collaborative innovation network, with a connected system of support, where research and development can be actualised for regional transformation.
With a focus on horticulture, water, energy and the environment, and through connecting businesses, industry, government and researchers, the Mallee Regional Innovation Centre is facilitating new opportunities and innovations for the region.
We are committed to delivering the highest quality research with the greatest impact and in doing so, truly value our region, its industries, environment and communities.
We transition deep insight into foresight to create opportunities out of the region’s biggest challenges. As a collaborator, the Centre brings a combination of backgrounds, experiences, world views and expertise that makes us savvier problem solvers.
The Centre resides within the Faculty of Engineering and Information Technology in the University of Melbourne.
The Centre is a partner in the Victoria Drought, Resilience, Adoption and Innovation Hub. The University of Melbourne is the lead administrator of the Victoria Drought and Innovation Hub.
Find out more information here:
www.eng.unimelb.edu.au/mric/home
https://youtu.be/NA7VN0tECK0?si=KHN2PmSsNpqEWXFk
The Faculty of Engineering and Information Technology (FEIT)
The Faculty of Engineering and Information Technology (FEIT) has been the leading Australian provider of engineering and IT education and research for over 150 years. We are a multidisciplinary Faculty organised into three key areas; Computing and Information Systems (CIS), Chemical and Biomedical Engineering (CBE) and Electrical, Mechanical and Infrastructure Engineering (EMI). FEIT continues to attract top staff and students with a global reputation and has a commitment to knowledge for the betterment of society.
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The University of Melbourne is committed to fostering a barrier-free and inclusive recruitment process. We are dedicated to providing reasonable adjustments for candidates throughout the application and interview stages, including accessible document formats and alternative application methods. To discuss your specific requirements, please feel free to contact Bec Tucker 0416m 888 299 or send an email titled 'Reasonable Adjustments' to hr-careers@unimelb.edu.au. You can find more information for applicants requiring reasonable adjustments on our Careers website: https://about.unimelb.edu.au/careers
Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Applicants
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Working at the University – what you need to know
This role requires the successful candidate to maintain a Working with Children Check The successful candidate can apply for the WWCC as part of the onboarding process. In the case the selected candidate doesn't have a valid Working with Children Check, they will be able to apply for the WWCC as part of the initial onboarding procedures.
Please note: Visa sponsorship is not available for this position. This role requires current valid work rights for Australia.
Join Us and unlock your career potential!
Is this the perfect opportunity for you? Apply today! Including the following documents:
- Resume
- Cover Letter outlining your interest and experience
- The responses against the Selection Criteria^ (found in the Position Description)
^For information to help you with compiling short statements to answer the selection criteria and competencies, please go to http://about.unimelb.edu.au/careers/selection-criteria
If you have any questions regarding the recruitment process, please feel free to contact Brett Verity via email at hr-careers@unimelb.edu.au, ensuring that you include the Position Number and the Job Title as the subject. Please do not share your application to this email address.
If you have any particular questions regarding the job please follow the details listed on the Position Description.
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