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Senior Policy Officer - Integrated Water Policy

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Exciting opportunity for an experienced water policy/strategy specialist to lead some of the most complex integrated water policy pieces in DEECA.

The Water Security, Policy and Planning branch is looking for an experienced and dedicated water policy/strategy specialist to join our team in a 2-year fixed term position. In this newly created role, you will lead and drive some of the most complex integrated water policy reform initiatives, shaping the future of water management in our region.

Our team's remit is to deliver policy and regulatory reform that enables the transition from convention water sources such as river water to more manufactured water supplies like treated stormwater and recycled water. By diversifying the state's water supplies we aim to ensure a resilient and affordable urban water security future, while avoiding or minimising the environmental impacts associated with urban development.

The ideal candidate will be experienced in policy / strategy development, have exceptional analytical skills, and the ability to engage effectively with stakeholders. We need a self-motivated individual who can work effectively both independently and as a team. In this role you will:

  • Use your strong strategy/policy skills to drive the development and/or implementation of stormwater, recycled water and IWM policy reforms and regulation.
  • Undertake research or develop of guidance and tools that supports the industry by unlocking meaningful steps forward on the transition to manufactured water supplies.
  • Use your understanding of key drivers of change across the water and land use planning sectors to develop strategic influencing plans and processes.

You will join a flexible and supportive team where individuals are encouraged to bring their full selves to work.

Specialist/Technical Expertise/Qualifications

  • Mandatory: A tertiary qualification preferably in natural resource management, planning, science, engineering or similar.
  • Highly desirable: Experience in developing and implementing government water policy.
  • Highly desirable: A strong understanding of key drivers of change across the water and land use planning sectors and demonstrated ability to develop strategic programs and processes to influence adaptation is desirable.

This is a fixed term position available for a period of 24 Months. The work location for this position is 8 Nicholson St, Melbourne with hybrid work arrangements available.

To be considered for this position, applicants are encouraged to submit a resume and cover letter (no longer than 2 pages) summarising their skills and relevant experience.

For further information please refer to the position description on the Vic Gov website:

https://jobs.careers.vic.gov.au/jobs/VG-50964585

Applications close at midnight on Monday, 21 July 2025.

Other relevant information:

Preferred candidates will be required to undertake pre-employment screening, including a Declaration and Consent form and a National Police 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.

A Diverse, Inclusive and Flexible Workplace

DEECA welcomes applicants from a diverse range of backgrounds and we focus on the essential requirements of the job and being consistent and fair in our treatment of all applicants. We also understand that a balanced life is important to our employees. Talk to us about our flexible options such as working some days from home, starting early or late, working part time, job sharing or accessing paid or unpaid leave.

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