Are you looking to expand your breadth of policy knowledge and networks? Do you enjoy working in a small, fun and dynamic team?

In this role as Senior Advisor to the Secretary, you will work with the Energy, Resources, Climate Action and Water portfolios to guide quality policy advice to the Secretary. To do this you will:

• work closely with executives and cabinet services to coordinate approvals and establish priorities
• enjoy critical policy analysis and relationship building across the Department
• identify and respond to day-to-day governance and policy matters
• have a background energy, water or resource policy
• have experience using MACs and with cabinet processes

Don't miss out on this exciting opportunity to work with a breadth of policy and decision makers across DEECA.

Specialist/Technical Expertise/Qualifications

• Experience with government, departmental and Ministerial processes; and an understanding of policy issues in water, energy, climate change or resources is desired.
• An appropriate qualification in public policy, science, economics, law or equivalent is desirable.

This is an ongoing position. The work location for this position is flexible within Victoria 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 Wednesday, 11 December 2024.

Other relevant information:

Preferred candidates will be required to undertake pre-employment screening, including a Declaration and Consent form and a National Police Check. 

To be eligible for appointment to this role, applicants will possess corresponding work rights for the advertised employment period. Appointment to an ongoing position is only available to an Australian/New Zealand citizen or an Australian Permanent Resident. 

A Diverse, Inclusive and Flexible Workplace

DEECA welcomes applicants from a diverse range of backgrounds and we focus on the essential requirements of the job and being consistent and fair in our treatment of all applicants. 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.

For further information including the position description, key selection criteria and to apply visit www.careers.vic.gov.au