The Graduate Research Agronomist position constitutes an 18-month training opportunity through an Agronomist Development Program (ADP).

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1 Graduate Research Agronomist The Graduate Research Agronomist position constitutes an 18-month training opportunity through an Agronomist Development Program (ADP). The ADP is an accelerated development opportunity in grains agronomy with an emphasis on building capacity in regional research, development and extension. The Graduate will work across three placements including six months each with the department s leading researchers, industry grower groups and agribusiness firms to provide networking and skill development opportunities. The ADP as part of a Regional Research Agronomy Program (RRA) focuses on improving the adoption of national grains research outcomes by industry at regional scales. This Graduate position supports delivery of the RRA program through contributing to planning, establishing, managing and communicating field trials and demonstration outcomes in the high rainfall zone. At completion of the 18-month program, the Graduate will have industry relevant skills, knowledge and networks supporting future employment opportunities in this growing and vibrant industry. The ADP is supported by the Grains Research and Development Corporation (GRDC) and DEDJTR Bilateral Research Agreement. Are you? Seeking an opportunity to learn, grow and achieve? Looking for a challenge, variety and flexibility? Enthusiastic and self-motivated? Position Details Position Title: Position Number: Graduate Research Agronomist Classification: VPS Grade Salary $54,211 Group/Division/Branch: Usual Work Location: Usual Hours of Work: Tenure: Employment, Investment and Trade/ Agriculture Victoria Research/ Plant Production Sciences Hamilton with placements at other regional locations including Inverleigh Full Time 76 hours 18 months Further Information: HOBAN Recruitment Position Reports To: Dr James Nuttall, Senior Regional Research Agronomist About the department The Department of Economic Development, Jobs, Transport and Resources (DEDJTR) is the Victorian Government s lead agency for creating the conditions to sustainably develop the Victorian economy and grow employment.

2 Our role is to increase jobs, investment, exports and opportunities; stimulate innovation, competitiveness, and confidence; and support sustainability. DEDJTR has eight Ministers across 12 portfolios: Public Transport; Major Projects; Creative Industries; Small Business, Innovation and Trade; Tourism and Major Events; Agriculture; Regional Development; Industrial Relations; Roads and Road Safety; Ports; Industry and Employment; and Resources. Two enabling groups provide department-wide support: Strategy and Planning and Corporate Services. DEDJTR employees are located throughout the Melbourne CBD, metropolitan Melbourne, regional Victoria and international offices worldwide. Additional information about the Department of Economic Development, Jobs, Transport and Resources can be found on our website DEDJTR Values DEDJTR adopts the Victorian Public Sector Values. Our values are vital to who we are and our success, and help us to ensure our people are productive, safe, happy and healthy. Our values are: Responsiveness Integrity Impartiality Accountability Respect Leadership Human Rights The department has an expectation that all people undertake their duties and responsibilities in an inclusive and ethical manner, upholding the values of the VPS. The Employment, Investment and Trade Group The Employment, Investment and Trade Group delivers programs and services to grow the Victorian economy. Its focus is on creating jobs and raising incomes through industry development, targeted investment and increasing the export value of Victorian firms. The group works closely with businesses, including primary producers, to open up new trade opportunities, improve productivity through innovation and skills, develop economic infrastructure and remove impediments to growth. The Group also delivers programs aimed at supporting workers affected by industry changes to transition into new jobs as well as providing opportunities for disadvantaged job-seekers to participate in employment. The Employment, Investment and Trade Group includes Agriculture Victoria; Creative Victoria; Visit Victoria; Regional Development Victoria and the divisions of Investment and Economic Projects; Trade Victoria; Sector Development; Programs, Small Business and Employment; Resources; Fisheries; Employment, Investment and Trade Policy; and the Chief Operating Officer. The Agriculture Victoria Research Division The Agriculture Research Division represents the DEDJTR s agricultural research and development function. The Agriculture Research Division represents a discipline-based science and technology delivery function in the following areas: a) Genomics and Cellular Sciences; b) Microbial Sciences, Pests and Diseases; c) Plant Sciences; d) Plant Production Sciences; e) Animal Production Sciences; and f) Agriculture Resources Sciences. Agriculture R&D is delivered via an innovation ecosystem that converges government, industry/agribusiness and academia/knowledge centres into clustered and collaborative networks, with a clear focus on science and

3 technology for productivity and biosecurity outcomes. It delivers a continuity of research and development activities across DEDJTR s priority areas while also elevating the importance of agricultural R&D in DEDJTR. Key Accountabilities 1. Work as part of a small team to design and deliver projects that meet priorities and timelines to support the Regional Research Agronomists program in the high rainfall zone. 2. Support agronomic trial design, implementation, data interpretation and communication activities that will benefit the grains industry. 3. Develop project planning skills, including designing and managing an individual project which reviews a specific agronomy issue, engages with key partners and develops likely solutions. 4. Support the design and delivery of development and communication packages for grains agronomists and growers, with emphasis on application of emerging social media and web based tools used with in industry. 5. Participate in specific training and development programs. 6. Foster and encourage a culture of continuous improvement and demonstrate DEDJTR values and behaviours. 7. Adopt and apply OH&S policies and procedures to ensure a safe work environment. Key Selection Criteria 1. A degree in agricultural science or other relevant discipline related to crop production. 2. Ideation and Activator: Demonstrates a high level of practical aptitude, applies innovative approaches to problem solving, is able to make connections between seemingly unrelated topics and have a strong talent for turning concepts into practical action; particularly in the context of grains related experience. 3. Stakeholder Management: Collaborates with one or more stakeholder groups (e.g. grower groups and agri-business) in addressing local and regional grains research and development priorities and foster beneficial partnerships and responds through contributing to stakeholder s underlying research needs; uses understanding of the stakeholder s organisational context to contribute to targeted outcomes. 4. Written Communication: Demonstrates strong written communication skills and the requirement for compiling experimental protocol documents, which reflect strong scientific principles and writing summary reports. 5. Teamwork and Flexibility: Demonstrates an ability to cooperate and work well with others in the pursuit of team goals; including sharing information; showing consideration, concern and respect for others feelings and ideas; accommodates and works well with the different working styles of others; encourages resolution of conflict within group. Desired Experience/Qualifications A post graduate qualification Position Specific Requirements This position has the following specific requirements: Current Driver Licence,

4 This position may require working out of hours including during the evening or weekends, as well as occasional overnight travel, This position has a requirement to travel. Other Relevant Information Employment Eligibility Applicants must be an Australian Citizen, Permanent Resident or hold a valid work permit or visa Recipients of Victorian Public Service (VPS) voluntary departure packages should note that re-employment restrictions apply Non VPS applicants will be subject to a probation period of three months. All new appointments to the department will be subject to a National Police Records Check which will comply with the 100 point Proof of Identity Check. Equal Opportunity Employer DEDJTR is an equal opportunity employer and welcomes applicants from a diverse range of backgrounds. DEDJTR strongly encourages applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people. DEDJTR offers reasonable adjustments for applicants with disabilities on request. Emergency Response Requirements DEDJTR plays a major role in Victoria s emergency response activities, biosecurity incursions and compliance actions. Employees may either have the opportunity to be directly employed for these roles or may be called upon to support these activities as required following appropriate training and suitability assessment. Health and Safety Requirements You may be required to undertake relevant medical and other safety compliance requirements that relate to any risks associated with this role. The occupational health and safety requirements of this position include, but are not limited to activities involving: Driving Sedentary desk work Manual handling Agreement/Award Coverage DEDJTR non-executive employees are covered by the Victorian Public Service Enterprise Agreement 2016 and for Executive Officer classified positions, the Victorian Public Service Executive Employment Handbook Terms and Conditions DEDJTR non-executive employees have generous terms and conditions which are outlined in the Victorian Public Service Enterprise Agreement These terms and conditions apply across the VPS. All DEDJTR employees are required to comply with the Code of Conduct for Victorian Public Sector Employees.

5 Privacy Notification DEDJTR affirms that the collection and handling of applications and personal information will be consistent with the requirements of the Privacy and Data Protection Act [2014]. What we offer you Working with DEDJTR presents a wide variety of opportunities, with an extensive range of personal and professional development programs designed to develop our people and their careers. Working closely with industry, business and the community enables you to make a difference to the economic prospects of all Victorians. Some of the benefits that we offer you include: Safety and Wellbeing DEDJTR is committed to support the safety and wellbeing of employees. DEDJTR assists employees to maintain their health and safety by providing training and safety systems and by offering a wellbeing program. DEDJTR recognises that employees are critical to its ability to deliver business outcomes, and understands that a holistic approach is required in engaging, satisfying and retaining its employees. DEDJTR At DEDJTR, 'diversity' includes all the ways in which employees differ, and the valuable contribution that all of these differences bring to the Department. The strength of the organisation is in the innovation and the diversity of its employees. DEDJTR s broad diversity program enables it to more successfully attract, recruit, retain and develop a diverse workforce; fostering greater innovation, greater customer connection, increased wellbeing and satisfaction, and the ability to attract and retain talented people during times of economic change. DEDJTR recognises the rights of all staff to be free from violence and gender-related discrimination. Reducing all violence in our community is a priority. All forms of violence are unacceptable, in any community and in any culture. It is everyone's responsibility to reject and prevent violence. DEDJTR is proudly working with White Ribbon to create a safer workplace. Environment DEDJTR is committed to reducing environmental impacts in the workplace through both staff behaviour change and infrastructure upgrades. DEDJTR recognises the importance of engaging with employees to help bring about positive environmental outcomes for the organisation. Learning and Development We want you to grow, develop and learn with us. DEDJTR provides you with access to a range of internal and external learning and development opportunities to support your performance in your role and further your career aspirations. DEDJTR also supports relevant study via negotiated financial assistance and leave provisions for approved courses. Our Performance and Development Plan aims to support and encourage employees in achieving work and career objectives through clearly defined roles, development opportunities and performance targets. Balancing Work and Life We understand that work/life balance is an important part of our employees lives. The department offers a range of short term and long term flexible work arrangements to enable you to balance home and work life.

6 These include job sharing, working from home, part-time work, flexible attendance and the ability to purchase additional leave. How to Apply You can apply via HOBAN website by clicking here If you experience any difficulty in lodging your application online, please contact: or where your enquiry will be handled by the Recruitment Team