Policy Officer

About this role

Do you want to work on priority projects for Victoria, sink your teeth into tricky policy questions and learn more about managing regulated river systems? Do you want to get out and talk to the community about issues that are important to them?

Then search no further! Our team works towards positive policy change to continually improve water market settings. These settings are key to making the most of sharing Victoria's precious water resources.

We work directly with irrigators, rural water corporations, Traditional Owners, local communities, waterway managers, scientists, and environmental water holders as well as the MDBA and other basin states and a whole range of other DEECA teams.

We're looking someone organised and proactive to support the team as we tackle a diverse set of policy issues.

Specialist/Technical Expertise/Qualifications

• A tertiary qualification, or relevant experience, in natural Resource Management is desirable.
• Experience identifying and working with stakeholders in regional and rural communities impacted by decisions. is highly 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 Tuesday, 18 March 2025.  

Other relevant information:

If you are current Victorian Public Service (VPS) employee, employed on an ongoing, fixed term or casual basis you are eligible to apply for this role. People on labour hire contracts, such as agency staff and contractors, are not eligible to apply.

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.