Senior Policy Officer, Entitlement Framework Reform VPS 5

1 week ago

Melbourne, Victoria, Australia Department of Energy, Environment and Climate Action Full time $70,000 - $120,000 per year

Are you passionate about water policy, equity, and reform? Join DEECA's Water and Catchments Group as a 
Senior Policy Officer
 in the 
Entitlement Framework Reform Team
, where you'll help shape Victoria's water-sharing framework for current and future generations.

This is a 
job-share opportunity
 with an experienced team member, offering flexibility and meaningful work in a collaborative environment. The jobs is now advertised on the Careers Vic site and can be found at Senior Policy Officer - Water Entitlement Reform Job Details | DEECA

In this role, you will:

  • Lead projects to improve Traditional Owner access to water.
  • Identify and address barriers in policy, legislation, and operations.
  • Engage with stakeholders across government, industry, and communities.
  • Apply your knowledge of water entitlements to drive reform.
  • Promote cultural safety and respectful engagement with Aboriginal communities.

Specialist/Technical Expertise/Qualifications

  • A strong understanding of water resource management and Victoria's water entitlements and allocation framework is required.
  • Demonstrated skills, experience and knowledge of Aboriginal culture and contemporary issues affecting Aboriginal Victorians today to deliver culturally informed government policies and services is strongly preferred.

This is a fixed term position available for a period of 2 years at 0.6 FTE. The work location for this position is flexible within Victoria 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 along with a curriculum vitae.

How to Apply:

If you are a current DEECA employee, please apply via DEECA Careers.

Click the 
'Apply'
 button and you'll be redirected to a new platform and create an account.

Applications close 
11.59pm on Tuesday, 23 September 2025.

All applications
must be submitted through the online porta
l at Senior Policy Officer - Water Entitlement Reform Job Details | DEECA. We are unable to consider email or manual applications at this time.

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
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