About the role

The Senior Climate Adaptation Officer will:

• Coordinate the development, delivery, monitoring, evaluation and reporting of five-yearly Education and Training Climate Change Adaptation Action Plans.
• Work closely with corporate staff across the department to develop and deliver evidence-based policies, strategies and actions to adapt and build resilience to climate change, and manage climate-related risks.
• Provide technical expertise in climate adaptation and build the capacity of staff to embed sustainability in their work.
• Coordinate with other government departments, external consultants and researchers to share skills, deliver partnership projects and support the department to meet its obligations to consider climate change in decision-making.

About you

As our ideal candidate, you will:

• have professional experience in developing and delivering policies, programs and projects related to climate adaptation
• enjoy collaborating with others and have excellent stakeholder and interpersonal skills
• demonstrate strong written and verbal communication skills
• proactively analyse complex problems and seek creative and evidence-based solutions.

How to apply

Submit an application before the closing date that includes:

• a resume
• a two-page cover letter which addresses the key selection criteria and your interest in the role.

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Further information

For more details regarding this position please see attached position description.

The Department values diversity and inclusion in all forms - gender, religion, ethnicity, LGBTIQ+, disability and neurodiversity. Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander candidates are strongly encouraged to apply. For more information about our work, working for the Department, diversity and inclusion, and our employment conditions visit the Department website and our Diversity and Inclusion page

Applicants requiring adjustments can contact the nominated contact person.

Information about the Department of Education's operations and employment conditions can be located at www.education.vic.gov.au.

Applications close midnight 26th of January 2025.