Manager, Offshore Wind Investment & Auction Policy

Department of Energy, Environment and Climate Action VIC; Melbourne; Hybrid; AUD 120,000 - 170,000; Full time

Job summary

Department of Energy, Environment and Climate Action VIC in Melbourne is leading the development of Victoria’s first offshore wind auction. The Manager Market Investment Policy will design investment policy and strategies, integrate funding vehicles, and work across government to inform decisions.

The role requires strong policy, research and analytic skills with a focus on value for money and timely decision-making. Hybrid work arrangements are available at East Melbourne location.

Qualifications

• Tertiary qualification in public policy, public administration, economics, finance, law, or energy related fields is highly desirable.
• Experience with government, departmental and Ministerial functions is desirable.
• Knowledge of the National Electricity Market and related policy or project delivery is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement investment policy and strategy for offshore wind auctions, including design of funding and financing vehicles.
• Provide robust policy advice and prepare ministerial briefs, submissions and papers.
• Engage with stakeholders and inform decision-makers about commercial and investment aspects of energy auctions.

Skills

Public policy

Economics

Finance

Stakeholder engagement

Education

Public policy/administration degree or equivalent

Energy sector knowledge

Job description

Department of Energy, Environment and Climate Action VIC in Melbourne is leading the development of Victoria’s first offshore wind auction. The Manager Market Investment Policy will design investment policy and strategies, integrate funding vehicles, and work across government to inform decisions.

The role requires strong policy, research and analytic skills with a focus on value for money and timely decision-making. Hybrid work arrangements are available at East Melbourne location.