Senior Policy Officer

About this role

The Senior Policy Officer is part of a team that supports the development of contemporary policy, regulatory design and legislative reforms for earth resources to enable investment and generate jobs through the development of the State's resources, while protecting public safety and the environment.  Working with the Manager, Policy Advice, the Senior Policy Officer provides advice to the Department's Executive and the Minister for Resources, based on the analysis of the social, economic and environmental factors relevant the earth resources sector, including engagement with industry stakeholders, community leaders and other agencies.

Specialist/Technical Expertise/Qualifications

• Comprehensive research and analytical skills with a demonstrated ability to develop innovative solutions to complex policy issues.
• Demonstrated experience providing high-level authoritative advice on matters relating to policy, governance and regulatory issues to senior leaders.
• Strong stakeholder management and teamwork skills with the ability to influence and negotiate effectively, build relationships and work collaboratively with a diverse range of internal and external stakeholders and colleagues.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills with experience in preparing Cabinet submissions, Ministerial briefs, and/or reports to senior management.
• A tertiary qualification in natural resource management, economics, law, planning and environment, public policy or another relevant field would be well regarded.

This is a fixed term position available for a period until 30 June 2025. The work location for this position is 8 Nicholson Street, 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 Thursday, 13^th 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.