Senior Policy Officer

6 days ago

Melbourne, Australia State Government of Victoria, Australia Full time

Location: Melbourne - CBD and Inner Metro suburbs

Reference: 492

We are looking for an enthusiastic Senior Policy Officer to support the Waterway Policy and Programs branch in a 12 month backfill position.

The Senior Policy Officer Regional Waterway Programs will be responsible for the development and implementation of strategies, policies, programs, and tools aimed at improving waterway health and wetland outcomes across Victoria. A key component of the role will be to oversee Victoria’s Ramsar program, ensuring Victoria continues to meet national and international obligations of the Ramsar Convention on Wetlands.

The successful candidate will have:

- Demonstrated knowledge of Victoria’s catchment and waterway management and water resource management framework.
- Ability to formulate and communicate public policy options and recommendations.
- Ability to build buy-in and support from key stakeholders.
- Strong problem solving andwritten and verbal communication skills.
- Knowledge of the Ramsar Convention and obligations for contracting parties would be highly regarded.

Please refer to the position description for a more detailed description and contact us with any further queries.

- Essential – a degree qualification or higher, preferably in science, environmental engineering, natural resource management, environmental law, or a relevant equivalent.
- Highly desirable – demonstrated knowledge of Victoria’s catchment and waterway management and water resource management framework.
- Highly Desirable – knowledge of the Ramsar Convention and obligations for contracting parties.

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.

Please refer to the Key Selection Criteria provided in the Position Description , including the mandatory requirements.

How to Apply:

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Applications close 11.59pm on Tuesday, 30 September 2025.

All applications must be submitted through the online portal. We are unable to consider email or manual applications at this time.

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.

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. For more information visit applying for a role with us .

Applications close Tuesday 30 September 2025 at 11.59pm

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