Job type: Full time / Until 05 September 2024 Occupation: Policy Reference: VG/50938486 A/ Do you thrive in fast-paced environments? Do you have a sound understanding of policy development? If yes, this is a fantastic opportunity for you to join a collaborative and supportive team to work on key priorities and projects for the Victorian Energy Upgrades (VEU) program, a market-based program that provides incentives to consumers to reduce greenhouse gas emissions by managing or reducing their energy use.
The Policy Officer will support the legislative review of the VEU program including through the development of strategic policy recommendations, as well as research emerging technologies and policies, and undertake modelling of the costs and benefits of policy proposals relating to the VEU program.
To be successful in the role, you will have strong policy, writing, and teamwork skills, as well as be a self-motivated and creative thinker who can identify opportunities for continuous improvement and innovation, and experience building and maintaining stakeholder relationships.
Specialist/Technical Expertise/Qualifications Tertiary qualification(s) in public policy, law, emergency management, or similar is desirable.
Experience in energy efficiency, environmental or energy economics, or econometrics would be desirable.
This is a fixed-term position available until 5 September 2025.
The work location for this position is 8 Nicholson Street, East Melbourne 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.
Applications close at midnight on Tuesday, 08 October 2024.
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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