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Fixed term role: Until 30 June 2026
Usual hours of work: Full time (flexibility may be available)
Usual work location: Benalla or Melbourne CBD (flexibility may be available)
The Role
The Project Manager will contribute to the design and implementation of a GMA research program aimed to determine the rate of waterfowl wounding that occurs in recreational duck hunting in Victoria. This position will provide support to the Research Principal and Research Scientist in delivering this research project.
The responsibilities of the Project Manager will include:
Manage the development and implementation of the wounding rate project.
Organise daily logistics of research processes and manage safety procedures for hunters and contract research personnel.
Provide advice and assistance to landowners and land managers in relation to research timelines and requirements for land access permissions and approvals.
Participate in activities supporting research.
The Team
The position of Project Manager forms a part of the Game Management Authority, which delivers programs to improve and promote sustainable and responsible game hunting in Victoria.
About You
The successful candidate will ideally have the following skills and experience:
Extensive experience in project management and experimental design, data collection, field work, and reporting, including experience in animal or wildlife research.
Experience in delivering a research project, developing timelines and comprehensive project plans.
Extensive experience in engaging stakeholders and coordinating contractor involvement.
Leading and supporting the development and delivery of training materials with input from industry experts.
A relevant degree in science or applied science, ecology, natural resource management, game or wildlife management, or similar is required.
Further Information
For a confidential discussion, please contact Jason Flesch, Research Principal on 0438 028 151.
The department is committed to creating and maintaining a child safe organisation. We have zero tolerance of child abuse and are committed to taking the necessary steps to protect children from harm by adopting a preventative, proactive and participatory approach to child safety in accordance with the Child Safe Standards.
Successful candidates will be required to undergo a National Police Records Check prior to commencing employment with the Department. To be eligible for this position you must hold the mandatory qualification as outlined in the position description. For further information on the position, please refer to the attached position description.
How to Apply
Please click the 'Apply Now' button. As part of the application process, you will need to provide a copy of your resume and a cover letter addressing the key selection criteria outlined in the position description.
Applications close at 23:59pm on 26 September 2024.
To apply for this role, you will be redirected to the Game Management Authority job application system.
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