Advisor

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Department: Department of Energy, Environment and Climate Action
Work Type: Fixed term - flexible
Job Function: Policy
Classification: VPSG5
Work Location: Melbourne - CBD
Reference: VG/50964087A/
Closing Date: 15-Oct-2024
Salary Range: $109,730 - $132,764
Job Duration: Until 30 September 2025
Attachments: PD - 50964087 VPSG5 Advisor.docx (Word, 395KB)


Contact: Christine Oakley
0408 359 047 OR christine.oakley@deeca.vic.gov.au

Position Details

Want to join a dynamic team where no day is the same, you get to work across a wide range of business functions and the work you do makes it easier for others to deliver climate action and circular economy policies, strategies and projects?

We're looking for an energetic, flexible and creative colleague to work as part of a fun and supportive team that coordinates the business of the Climate Action and Circular Economy Division. This includes:

working as part of the division's executive team to build a supportive and constructive culture, and driving service excellence in the delivery of strategies, policies and projects

leading on a wide range of corporate, business, budget and reporting requests, as well as initiatives to improve the way things work.

The role requires strong skills in partnering and working collaboratively. You will have a good understanding of public administration, including government processes, systems and obligations. You are someone who can sustain a high level of drive and commitment, work autonomously and exercise sound judgment.

Specialist/Technical Expertise/Qualifications

  • Experience in driving service excellence in the delivery of strategies, policies, projects and programs within the public purpose sector. 
  • A sound understanding of and experience in the public sector, including knowledge and experience with the structure of government and its policy and decision-making processes.

This is a fixed term position available until 30 September 2025. The work location for this position is 8 Nicholson Street, East Melbourne 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 Tuesday, 15 October 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.


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