Department for Environment and Water
Job reference: 845720
Location: 5000 - ADELAIDE
Job status: Long Term Contract
Eligibility: Open to Everyone

About the Role:

The Project Officer supports the delivery of Reconciliation projects and initiatives aligned to the DEW Reconciliation Action Plan. This role provides coordination, project, policy and administrative support across a range of First Nations related projects. This includes research and data analysis, formulating options and recommendations, supporting stakeholder consultation and engagement; providing advice and support on Reconciliation initiatives; managing monitoring and reporting processes; and contributing to the development and review of policies, procedures and processes. 

This role also provides administrative support, including for the Chair of the Reconciliation sub-committee of executives by preparing and maintaining meeting documents including minutes and background papers; coordinating reporting processes; preparing and collating information for reports; arranging meetings. The Project Officer works both independently and collaboratively with team members and stakeholders.

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).
• Access to our Fitness Passport Program.
• Meaningful and rewarding career.

Contract: Temporary Contract for up to 8 May 2028

Desirable Qualifications:

• Experience working with Aboriginal Communities.
• Tertiary qualification in Natural Resource Management, Aboriginal Affairs or related area is desirable.

Special Conditions:

• May be required to participate in responses to state emergencies or associated duties.
• You must be an Australian citizen, permanent resident, or provide evidence that you hold a valid working visa that allows you to work in Australia without restrictions.
• Prior to being employed, the successful candidate will be required to provide a valid Nationally Coordinated Criminal History Check (NCCHC), which is required to be renewed every three years. DEW will cover the cost of renewal. 
• May be required to undertake intra or interstate travel, occasional overnight absences, and work outside of the normal hours of work.

A successful applicant who is not currently employed by the Department for Environment and Water will be required to have an original photo identification document sighted and provide a valid Nationally Coordinated Criminal History Check (NCCHC) issued within the last 12 months.

Remuneration: ASO4 ($79,432 min - $83,266 max) p.a.

Enquiries to:

Mr. Ashley Millar, Manager, First Nations Partnerships and Reconciliation
Ashley.Millar@sa.gov.au
(08) 8208 6253

Application Instructions:

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

Applicants are to submit a pre-employment declaration, current CV and letter of application (max. 3 pages) addressing the Essential Criteria (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+.

Applications close: 16/06/2026 11:00 PM

Attachments:
- ASO4 P54749 Project Officer - RD.pdf
- Pre-Employment-Declaration_240522.pdf

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.