Policy Officer

Department-of-Energy,-Environment-and-Climate-Action; Melbourne; Hybride; AUD 85 000 - 110 000; Plein temps

Avantages offerts par ce poste

Hybrid work

Résumé du poste

The Department of Energy, Environment and Climate Action in Melbourne is seeking a Policy Officer to support evidence-informed policy and reform initiatives for the earth resources sector. You will perform research, analysis and stakeholder engagement to inform policy advice and contribute to project delivery, preparing clear materials for senior officers and executives.

Based in Melbourne, the role operates in a hybrid setup at 8 Nicholson Street, East Melbourne, coordinating across government

Qualifications

• Experience in research and analysis to inform policy or program advice.
• Strong written and verbal communication for briefs, reports and correspondence.
• Understanding of legislation and government processes desirable.

Responsabilités

• Support development and delivery of evidence-informed policy and reform initiatives for the earth resources sector.
• Conduct research and analysis to inform policy advice and contribute to project delivery.
• Engage with stakeholders to inform policy decisions and prepare materials for senior officers.

Connaissances

Policy analysis

Policy briefing

Stakeholder engagement

Formation

Tertiary qualification in law or public policy

Description du poste

Location: Melbourne - CBD and Inner Metro suburbs

Reference: 2568

The Policy Officer supports the development and delivery of evidence-informed policy and reform initiatives for the earth resources sector. The Policy Officer undertakes research, analysis and stakeholder engagement to inform policy advice, contributes to project delivery and prepares clear and timely materials to support decision-making by senior officers and executives, in line with government priorities and processes.

Specialist/Technical Expertise/Qualifications

• Demonstrated experience in research and analysis, and in preparing evidence-based policy or program advice in a government or a related sector.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills, with experience preparing policy briefs, reports and correspondence, and the ability to present complex or technical information clearly to a range of audiences.
• A tertiary qualification in law, economics, public policy, business management, natural resource management or other relevant fields would be well regarded.
• Understanding of policy issues, legislation and government processes is desirable.

This is an ongoing position. The work location for this position is 8 Nicholson Street, East Melbourne hybrid work arrangements available.

Other relevant information:

Preferred candidates will be required to undertake pre-employment screening, including a Declaration and Consent form and a Nationally Coordinated Criminal History 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.

An inclusive, culturally safe and flexible workplace

DEECA fosters an inclusive workplace culture and is committed to a fair, accessible, and equitable recruitment process.

We strongly encourage Aboriginal and or Torres Strait Islander people to apply. We recognise the strengths, knowledge and perspectives First Nations people bring and DEECA is committed to a culturally safe and respectful workplace. If you need support to participate, please contact [e-mail] .

We support flexible working arrangements, including hybrid work, varied hours, part-time work and job sharing.

Applications close 11.59pm on Monday, 09 November 2026.

Applications close Monday 9 November 2026 at 11.59pm