About the job
* 3 months temporary contract with view to extension
* $71 - $85 p/hour + super. Working from home arrangements
* Emergency Management Opportunity
Location: Grampians, Barwon Southwest/Geelong, Hume
Start date: ASAP | Must be available Immediately
Make a Real Impact in Victoria's Emergency Recovery
Following the recent bushfires across regional Victoria, Emergency Recovery Victoria (ERV) is mobilising additional support to strengthen relief and recovery outcomes for impacted communities. We are seeking four experienced Senior Regional Relief & Recovery Officers to support operations across the Grampians and Regional West.
About the Role
As a Senior Regional Relief & Recovery Officer, you will support ERV's regional operations by coordinating planning, community engagement and program delivery before, during and after emergency events.
Key activities include:
* Support and advise on recovery governance and reporting requirements.
* Engage stakeholders to identify and communicate on trends and emerging issues across relief and recovery and support planning action within Emergency Recovery Victoria.
* Support the coordination, design and delivery of government submissions relating to relief and recovery public policy priorities.
What We're Looking For
Preferred experience includes:
* Background in communications, community engagement, or project/program management.
* Experience in emergency response, community support or recovery operations (highly regarded).
* Strong stakeholder engagement skills across government, community and industry.
* Ability to manage priorities and work in complex, evolving environments.
Essential requirements:
* Ability to work hybrid, with no planned leave during the 12‑week assignment.
* Full Victorian driver's licence (travel across the region required).
* Flexibility to work after hours or weekends, by agreement.
Work Environment
* Base can be home-based or from a local regional office.
* Approximately 75% work from home, with regular regional travel.
* Part of the Regional Recovery teams either based in the East or West.
Why Join?
* Directly support communities recovering from recent bushfires.
* Contribute to state-wide emergency recovery coordination.
* Work with a passionate, supportive team committed to building resilient communities.
What you need to do now
If you're ready to take the next step in your career, click 'Apply Now' to submit your CV or contact Shani Latter at for a confidential discussion.