Policy Officer

Victorian Government; Melbourne; Hybrid; AUD 90,000 - 115,000; Full time

Job summary

Victorian Government's Energy Policy team seeks a Policy Officer to contribute to networks policy advice and support delivery of projects within the Energy Group. The role covers electricity distribution networks reform, regulatory framework updates, and advisory work on network efficiency and electrification in Victoria.

The position is fixed term for three years, located at 8 Nicholson Street, Melbourne, with hybrid work arrangements.

Qualifications

• Relevant tertiary qualification/s in engineering, energy, law, economics, public policy, or similar is desirable.
• Experience with Government processes and operations in policy development and reform, is desirable.

Responsibilities

Skills

Policy development

Regulatory reform

Stakeholder engagement

Public policy

Education

Engineering

Energy

Law

Economics

Public policy

Job description

Location: Melbourne - CBD and Inner Metro suburbs

Reference: 2483

The Policy Officer, Networks Policy, contributes to networks policy advice and supports the delivery of projects within the Energy Group. The position sits within the Networks Policy team and contributes to the development of policy for electricity distribution networks, including the reform of regulatory frameworks as they apply to Victoria. This includes supporting a range of projects focussed on unlocking delivery and efficient use of electricity distribution networks in Victoria. Areas of reform may include electrification and the ongoing adaption of energy networks, advice on regulatory reviews and major network infrastructure projects, access arrangements for network service providers, and other network related National Electricity Rule changes, both nationally and in Victoria.

Specialist/Technical Expertise/Qualifications

• Relevant tertiary qualification/s in engineering, energy, science, law, economics, public policy, or similar is desirable.
• Experience with Government processes and operations in policy development and reform, is desirable.

This is a fixed term position available for a period of 3 years. The work location for this position is 8 Nicholson Street, Melbourne with 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 Zeland 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.