Co Senior Manager, Rural Water Policy

2 weeks ago

Melbourne, Victoria, Australia Department of Energy, Environment and Climate Action VIC Full time $90,000 - $120,000 per year

The Senior Manager Rural Water Policy is a full-time (1.0 FTE) job-share position, supported by 0.4 FTE, to co-lead a dynamic, outcomes-driven, and supportive team with a great workplace culture, valuing collaboration, creativity and service excellence.

The team works across a variety of rural water management challenges and opportunities, including those related to socio-economic shifts in irrigated agricultural communities, sustainable water use practices and planning, water recovery under the Murray Darling Basin Plan, intersections with renewable energy investment, and other complex and unique policy issues.

This Co-Senior Manager role is suited to a highly motivated individual who can demonstrate effective shared leadership, sustain a high level of drive and commitment, has integrity and resilience, and builds trust through consistent actions, values, and communication. The position will form and maintain strong partnerships within DEECA and with key rural water sector stakeholders.

Specialist/Technical Expertise/Qualifications

  • University Degree in science, economics, natural resource management, policy, engineering, law or another related discipline.
  • Experience working in the Victorian water sector is highly desirable.
  • Experience working with regional and rural communities is highly desirable.

This is an ongoing position. 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.

For further information please refer to the attached position description.

Applications close at midnight on Wednesday, 04 June 2025.

Other relevant information:

Preferred candidates will be required to undertake pre-employment screening, including a Declaration and Consent form and a National Police Check.

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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