Cultural Fire Officer

2 weeks ago

Barwon Downs, Australia Department of Energy, Environment and Climate Action Full time

The Cultural Fire Officer will interface between Forest Fire Management Victoria (FFMVic) and Traditional Owners to support high quality delivery of functions and projects connected to Traditional Owner aspirations for Cultural fire on Country. The Cultural Fire Officer's role is to support service excellence in delivering effective and efficient provision of Traditional Owner relationship management, priority projects connected to Traditional Owner aspirations for Cultural fire on Country, coordination of Cultural burn development and planning, support for regional partnerships and a high performing culture.

**Specialist/Technical Expertise/Qualifications**
- An appropriate qualification in science, natural resource management or equivalent experience would be desirable, but is not required.
- Knowledge and understanding of land and fire management in Victoria including a working knowledge of fire planning processes.
- A sound knowledge of Victorian Traditional Owner groups, as well as the Victorian Traditional Owner Cultural Fire Strategy.
- Demonstrated experience on working effectively with Aboriginal people and the ability to communicate sensitively on cultural safety matters.

**This is an ongoing position. The work location for this position is flexible within the Barwon South West Region 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.

For further information please refer to the attached position description.

**Applications close at midnight on Tuesday, 6 May 2025.**

**Other relevant information**:
**A Diverse, Inclusive and Flexible Workplace**
- This_ _position is designated for Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander people under s.12 Special Measures of the Equal Opportunity Act 2010. Confirmation of Aboriginality will be required for appointment to this position. Only Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander people are eligible to apply._
- We recognise the significant responsibility to enable self-determination, be accountable to Traditional Owners and provide opportunities to strengthen First Peoples' connection to Country. We are committed to creating a culturally safe environment, where individuals feel safe, valued, and able to celebrate their culture, and spiritual and belief systems._
- We also understand that a balanced life is important to our employees. Talk to us about our flexible options such as working some days from home, starting early or late, working part time, job sharing or accessing paid or unpaid leave._

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