Partnerships Lead – Governance & Aboriginal Engagement

Department of Energy, Environment and Climate Action VIC; Melbourne; Hybrid; AUD 110,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

The Department of Energy, Environment and Climate Action VIC in Melbourne, VIC is seeking a Manager, Partnerships to lead a team delivering strategic initiatives that support responsible resource development and Aboriginal self-determination.

You will oversee governance frameworks, strengthen organisational capability, and ensure approaches are clear and effective while providing timely advice to inform senior decision-making.

Qualifications

• Demonstrated experience providing authoritative, evidence-based advice to senior leaders through complex briefs.
• A tertiary qualification in a relevant field would be well regarded.
• Understanding of Aboriginal culture and society, with respectful engagement with Aboriginal people would be advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Lead a team to deliver strategic initiatives that support responsible resource development and Aboriginal self-determination.
• Provide high-quality, timely advice to inform senior decision-making and strategy across the organisation.
• Engage with key stakeholders to identify risks and support coordinated outcomes.

Skills

Authoritative advisory

Stakeholder engagement

Governance frameworks

Education

Tertiary qualification

Job description

The Department of Energy, Environment and Climate Action VIC in Melbourne, VIC is seeking a Manager, Partnerships to lead a team delivering strategic initiatives that support responsible resource development and Aboriginal self-determination.

You will oversee governance frameworks, strengthen organisational capability, and ensure approaches are clear and effective while providing timely advice to inform senior decision-making.