Policy Adviser

1 week ago

Melbourne City Centre, Australia Department of Premier & Cabinet Full time

An exciting opportunity exists for a talented and motivated individual to join the Energy, Resources and Environment Branch as Policy Adviser at the Department of Premier and Cabinet.
Our branch advises the Premier on a broad range of policy initiatives and major projects across the energy, earth resources, environment, climate change, public land, water and agriculture portfolios. DPC is a dynamic, high paced work environment.
As the Policy Adviser your varied work requirements include research and analysis of complex, cross-cutting government policy issues, providing high quality briefings for the Premier and senior executives in DPC, and managing relationships management across Victorian Government organisations.
This is a challenging yet rewarding role. We are committed to flexible working to support and empower our staff to successfully manage work and life commitments and providing exposure to a broad range policy areas. We have a supportive branch culture, with a focus on high performance and continuous improvement.
About You
- Demonstrated experience in policy analysis and co-ordination processes to inform the development of policies and programs within energy and resources related portfolios.
- Excellent written communication skillls to ensure necessary information is contained to achieve their purpose, including an understanding of the audience.
- Well-developed interpersonal and relationship building skills, with an ability to establish effective working relationships with a range of stakeholders and provide advice on processes and policies.
- Sound conceptual and analytical skills, strong initiative and a ‘can do' approach to identify issues and develop appropriate solutions.
- Demonstrated willingness to readily adapt to changing circumstances and priorities in strict timeframes.

The closing date for this position is Monday 23 September 2024.
How to apply
- a resume
- a cover letter which addresses the key selection criteria (within three pages)

This position is only open to applicants with relevant rights to work in Australia.
Other relevant information
The department is committed to providing and maintaining a working environment which is safe and without risk to the health of its employees and clients and consistent with the department's obligations under the Occupational Health and Safety Act 2004 (OH&S Act), to support this DPC has a COVID-19 Vaccination policy which strongly recommends all DPC employees be fully vaccinated.
DPC actively promotes diversity, inclusion and an equal opportunity workplace. We welcome applicants from all diverse backgrounds, including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples and people with disabilities. All roles at DPC can be worked flexibly, however it may differ from role to role.

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