Strategic Policy & Strategy Lead (Hybrid)

Department of Energy, Environment and Climate Action; Melbourne; Hybrid; AUD 110,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

The Department of Energy, Environment and Climate Action (DEECA) is seeking a Manager – Policy and Strategy to lead a small team and provide strategic policy advice to the Secretary. Based in East Melbourne with hybrid work options, you will deliver priority policy projects, support ministerial engagement, and foster a collaborative, strategic culture within the Office of the Secretary.

Applicants should demonstrate experience in delivering high-quality policy products across formats (including

Qualifications

• Experience delivering strategic policy products in a range of styles and formats to suit the audience (including PowerPoint).
• Excellent relationship management and influencing skills.
• Deep understanding of government decision-making processes.

Responsibilities

• Lead the delivery of priority strategic policy advice and projects within the Office of the Secretary.
• Support the Secretary’s engagement with ministers and stakeholders to deliver optimal outcomes for DEECA’s portfolios.
• Build a strong culture of collaboration and strategic thinking within the Office of the Secretary.

Skills

Policy advice

Stakeholder engagement

Team leadership

Relationship management

Influencing skills

Judgement and discretion

Education

Public policy / economics / law degree

Job description

The Department of Energy, Environment and Climate Action (DEECA) is seeking a Manager – Policy and Strategy to lead a small team and provide strategic policy advice to the Secretary. Based in East Melbourne with hybrid work options, you will deliver priority policy projects, support ministerial engagement, and foster a collaborative, strategic culture within the Office of the Secretary.

Applicants should demonstrate experience in delivering high-quality policy products across formats (including