Principal Regulatory Policy Officer

1 week ago

Melbourne, Australia Victorian Government Full time

**Overview**:
**Work Type**:Fixed-term - Full-time

**Salary**: $138,631 - $185,518

**Grade**:VPS 6

**Occupation**:Policy

**Location**:Melbourne - CBD and Inner Metro suburbs

**Reference**:357
- The Principal Regulatory Policy Officer is responsible for leading legislative and regulatory policy development and process and provides strategic regulatory reform and policy advice, as well as supporting the ongoing development and delivery of the Victorian Energy Upgrades (VEU) program. They will contribute towards strengthening the VEU program to deliver innovative reforms through research and analysis of opportunities and risks.
- This is an exciting opportunity to play a key role in the energy transition, including supporting electrification, demand management and integration of energy management and distributed generation technologies. This position requires experience in successfully leading legislative and/or regulatory reforms, preferably in energy policy, as well as excellent strategic thinking, communication, organisational, analytical and interpersonal skills. A detailed understanding and experience in government processes is highly desirable

**Specialist/Technical Expertise/Qualifications**

**Mandatory**:

- Experience in analysing complex regulatory policy in a Government context and translating that into the development of fit for purpose programs.

**Desirable**:

- Relevant tertiary qualifications such as legal, engineering, energy, science, economics, or public policy.
- Knowledge of energy efficiency (as it relates to buildings, appliances, equipment or the residential or business sectors)
- Experience in Government processes and operations, especially in public sector policy design or program delivery
- Significant experience and demonstrated ability to provide advice on complex legislative and regulatory issues.
- 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**:

- Click the **‘Apply’** button and you'll be redirected to a new platform and create an account.
- Applications close **11.59pm on Thursday, 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**

- Applications close Thursday 28 August 2025 at 11.59pm

Posted
- 15 August 2025

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