Senior Policy Officer

About this role

The Senior Policy Officer in the Emergency Management Strategy and Performance team in DEECA's Bushfire and Forest Services Group plays a critical role in improving DEECA's emergency management performance through strategic advisory services, projects and performance reporting. As a Senior Policy Officer, you will work in partnership with hazard leads across the department to identify opportunities for continuous improvement, craft recommended policy options, and design and deliver strategic projects and programs to uplift department capability and capacity. To be successful in the role, you will thrive working in a dynamic fast-paced environment and be comfortable working across quickly changing priorities.

Specialist/Technical Expertise/Qualifications

• Tertiary qualification(s) in public policy, social science, emergency management or environmental management or similar is desirable
• Demonstrated understanding of Victoria's emergency management arrangements will be highly regarded.

This is an ongoing position. The work location for this position is Melbourne CBD 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, 08 January 2025.

Other relevant information:

For this particular vacancy, priority consideration applies to Victorian Public Service (VPS) and select employees of the Victorian Public Sector who apply through the Jobs and Skills Exchange (JSE) jobs board platform.

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