We are looking for an energetic team player to support Agriculture Policy and Programs to deliver several high priority climate change policy projects aimed at reducing emissions, leveraging industry action, and increasing national coordination in the agriculture sector.

The Policy Analyst will be responsible for policy analysis and research, supporting project management and the preparation of advice to executive management and Ministers with a specific focus on emissions policy and support for national coordination.

The successful candidate will have:

• Policy experience and a sound knowledge of climate change policy and/or emissions management.
• Strong analytical skills and policy experience in researching and developing policy recommendations on complex issues with a diverse range of stakeholders, often under tight timeframes.
• Organisational and project management skills, and the interpersonal skills required to represent the department in forums and build relationships with a broad range of internal and external stakeholders.
• Writing coordination, and project management skills.
• Experience or knowledge of agricultural industries would be highly regarded.

Please refer to the position description for a more detailed description and contact us with any further queries.

Specialist/Technical Expertise/Qualifications

• Tertiary education in any of the following fields would be well regarded: economics, climate change policy or science, agriculture or public policy.

This is a fixed term position available until 30 July 2027. 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.

Please refer to the Key Selection Criteria provided in the Position Description, including the mandatory requirements. 

Applications close at midnight on Thursday, 17 July 2025.  

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.