Policy Officer

1 day ago

Melbourne City Centre, Australia Department of Energy, Environment and Climate Action Full time

This position is classified as an "identified position" aimed at increasing employment opportunities for Australian Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander People. The position requires an in-depth knowledge of Aboriginal culture and an ability to communicate with Aboriginal communities. Australian Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander people are encouraged to apply. Do you want to join a dynamic work environment and improve the health and resilience of Victorian rivers? The Waterway Policy & Programs branch is seeking a Policy Officer to join the Environmental Policy team. This role will develop and implement key policies and projects to support waterway health and management in Victoria, and deliver actions in the_ Victorian Waterway Management Strategy_ and _Water is Life_. The role requires proven policy and project management skills as well as clear communication and collaboration experience to support work with our key delivery partners. **Specialist/Technical Expertise/Qualifications** - 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 water resource management framework, and/or impacts of climate change on water resources (surface water and/or groundwater) or waterway health outcomes. - Demonstrated skills, experience and knowledge of Aboriginal Culture and contemporary issues affecting Aboriginal Victorians today to deliver culturally informed government policies and services is required. **This is an ongoing position. The work location for this position is 8 Nicholson Street East 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 attached position description. **Applications close at midnight on Wednesday, 28 August 2025.** **Other relevant information**: 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** - This_ _position is designated for Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander people under s.12 Special Measures of the Equal Opportunity Act 2010. Confirmation of Aboriginality will be required for appointment to this position. Only Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander people are eligible to apply._ - We recognise the significant responsibility to enable self-determination, be accountable to Traditional Owners and provide opportunities to strengthen First Peoples' connection to Country. We are committed to creating a culturally safe environment, where individuals feel safe, valued, and able to celebrate their culture, and spiritual and belief systems._ - 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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