Policy Officer

20 hours ago

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

Location: Melbourne | CBD

Job type: Full time / until 30 June 2027

Organisation: Department of Energy, Environment and Climate Action

**Salary**: $95,102 - $107,905

Occupation: Projects

Reference: VG/50964299B

The Policy Officer oversees the integration and delivery of transmission infrastructure for offshore wind, ensuring project milestones are met in accordance with established timelines. This position involves liaising with VicGrid on the development of transmission infrastructure as well as contributing to oversight of the transmission Client Requirement Document (CRD).

In addition, the Policy Officer will assist in shaping offshore wind (OSW) policy settings, focusing on access arrangements, connections, and connection coordination. This position is essential in supporting the smooth implementation of offshore wind projects, ensuring they align with Victoria's broader energy objectives
- Prepare policy papers, presentations, submissions, correspondence, reports and briefs for senior management and Executive that provide options for decision making at the Ministerial and Executive level
- Coordinate and provide comprehensive support for multiple activities, effectively managing competing priorities to ensure that all tasks are completed on time. Utilise strong organizational and time-management skills to streamline processes, allocate resources efficiently, and maintain clear communication with stakeholders throughout the project lifecycle

**Specialist/Technical Expertise/Qualifications**
- Understanding of Victorian and/or national energy markets, systems and frameworks; electricity transmission networks; and familiarly with renewable energy trends is highly desirable
- Experience developing regulatory, operational and commercial agreements is desirable.
- Formal qualifications in economics, commerce, law, or energy or utility systems and regulation are desirable

**This is a fixed term position available until 30 June 2027. The work location for this position is in Melbourne CBD 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, 22 January 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**
- 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._

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