Aps5 Policy and Program Officer

7 days ago

Sydney, Australia Australian Government - Department of Climate Change, Energy, the Environment and Water Full time

APS 5 - $81,690 - $89,615
- Water Infrastructure & Investment
- Adelaide, Brisbane, Canberra, Darwin, Melbourne, Perth, Sydney
- Providing advice to Government through the Budget process.
- Evaluating project proposals and exploring future funding opportunities in line with Government priorities for investment.
- Providing advice to Government on the merits of proposed investments.
- Contributing to national policy and program development, for the National Water Grid Fund.

**Who we are**

The Water Investment and Infrastructure Division is responsible for overseeing billions of dollars of investment in rural and regionally focused projects, programs and initiatives that increase climate resilience, deliver secure, affordable and reliable water and contribute to a functioning, healthy and resilient environment. The Division works in partnership with state and territory governments and leading science organisations to identify, plan and deliver Australia’s next generation of water infrastructure through robust planning and responsible investment decisions that contribute to nature positive outcomes. The Division also works with states and territories to contribute to water recovery targets in the Murray-Darling Basin and improve the health of rivers and wetlands in the basin. The work of the Division is underpinned by a collaborative approach across all levels of government and First Nations communities.

The National Water Grid Branch’s Program Development Unit is responsible for investment strategy, including ownership of the National Water Grid Investment Framework (the document which outlines how the program operates), and the identification and prioritisation of water infrastructure projects.

**The Job**
- Providing advice to Government through the Budget process.
- Evaluating project proposals and exploring future funding opportunities in line with Government priorities for investment.
- Providing advice to Government on the merits of proposed investments.
- Contributing to national policy and program development, for the National Water Grid Fund.

**Knowledge and experience**
- Program or project management qualifications or equivalent experience.
- Knowledge of Commonwealth Government and Financial frameworks, and/or administrative processes.

**Skills and capabilities**
The following skills and capabilities will be highly regarded:

- Assessing infrastructure project proposals.
- Practical knowledge of the Federal Budget process.
- Excellent organisational skills and the ability to manage competing priorities.
- Demonstrated use of sound judgement and problem-solving skills.
- Attention to detail and organisational skills.
- Strong communication skills.
- Ability to work effectively as part of a team.
- Ability to maintain positive working relationships, and to build collaborative working relationships with internal and external stakeholders.
- The ability to mentor and guide junior team members.

**Desirable qualifications**
- A degree (or equivalent) in a relevant field would be desirable but is not essential.

**Eligibility**

**Citizenship -** To be eligible for employment with the Department of Climate Change, Energy, the Environment and Water you must be an Australian citizen.

**Security Clearance - **This position requires a **Baseline Vetting** security clearance. You will be required to obtain and maintain a clearance at this level.

**Pre-employment Check - **Your suitability for employment will be assessed through a pre-employment screening process. This process includes a requirement to undergo and satisfy a National Police Check, referee checks, character clearance and where required a pre-employment medical assessment, specified mandatory qualification(s) validation and a probation period of 6 months.

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