The Deputy Chief Veterinary Officer (Deputy CVO) supports the Chief Veterinary Officer in providing strategic and scientific leadership, at the state and national level, on animal biosecurity and welfare programs to reduce the impact of exotic and notifiable diseases, adverse welfare outcomes and residues on the Victoria livestock sector, environment and community.   

The role is responsible for proactively collaborating with key stakeholders to set standards for surveillance, traceability, disease prevention, contingency planning, early response, welfare and management, animal health legislation, laboratory diagnostic methodology, and compliance activities within Victoria.

The position currently supervises and line-manages three members of staff and a broader team of eleven. This responsibility includes building capability, coaching, employee engagement, performance management and building a positive culture.