About 
VFBV is seeking to appoint a VFBV Support Officer to work in regional Victoria with VFBV District Councils, Brigades and volunteers to facilitate consultation, issues resolution, delegate support and volunteer engagement.
The position is a state role, but with emphasis and focus on providing support throughout CFA’s North East region (CFA Districts 12, 13, 22, 23 and 24).
This is an existing position, with the incumbent due to depart shortly.
In addition to relevant skills and experience outlined in the position description, candidates will need to understand CFA and volunteerism, be good listeners; be able to facilitate good consultation; ability to establish productive networks; navigate through complex issues resolution; be self-starters; have the ability to work remotely and have a passion to improve arrangements that benefit the welfare and efficiency of CFA volunteers.
Knowledge and understanding of VFBV will be highly regarded but is not a pre-requisite.
Extensive travel is required and flexible work base locations will be considered for the position, with the priority focus to assign a work location within the CFA North East Region.
Flexible working arrangements, to cater for extensive evening and weekend work, will be tailored to match the needs of our volunteer membership base.
This is a full time position.
Prior to applying you should familiarise yourself with the Position description which is available at the bottom of this page.
How to apply
All applications must include:
i. A current resume
ii. A cover letter addressing the key selection criteria outlined in the position description (including brief samples of previous written communications/reports so we assess your writing style)
Send applications to the attention of the CEO, VFBV, 9/24 Lakeside Drive, Burwood East 3151 or email This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.
Applications close Monday 9th December, 2024.
Any questions or queries regarding the application process should be directed to Cathie Smith at the VFBV Office on (03) 9886 1141 or via email This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.
Any interested applicants for the position are also encouraged to speak with one of our existing VFBV Support Officers and/or State Councillor’s who would be more than happy to give you an outline of the role.
