Policy Officer

The Policy Officer supports the Partnerships team in the Partnerships and Supply Chain Branch to contribute to the successful establishment of Offshore Wind in Victoria in a way that delivers benefit to local regional communities and Traditional Owners.

This role assists in the development and implementation of a range of projects and initiatives including the community engagement plan, communications and engagement activities for Offshore Wind Energy Victoria (OWEV).

This key role assists in the consultation and development of policy positions, including a community benefit-sharing policy for offshore wind in Victoria. It supports and undertakes effective stakeholder engagement across government, community and industry and works alongside regional organisations and committees to ensure local communities benefit from these initiatives. 

Specialist/Technical Expertise/Qualifications

• Familiarity with government processes and operations and experience in the provision of strategic advice to government is highly desirable.
• Demonstrated experience in working effectively with Councils, regional communities, Traditional Owner groups and Aboriginal Victorians is highly desirable.
• Relevant tertiary qualifications, supported by experience in infrastructure delivery or energy transition, either within government or the private sector is desirable.
• Understanding of the Victorian and national energy transition landscape as well as regional contexts for offshore wind communities and Traditional Owners is desirable. 

This is a fixed term position available until 30 June 2028. 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.

Please refer to the Key Selection Criteria provided in the Position Description, including the mandatory requirements.

How to Apply:

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

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Applications close 11.59pm on Wednesday, 21 October 2026.

All applications must be submitted through the online portal. We are unable to consider email or manual applications at this time.

Other relevant information:

Preferred candidates will be required to undertake pre-employment screening, including a Declaration and Consent form and a Nationally Coordinated Criminal History 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.

An inclusive, culturally safe and flexible workplace

DEECA fosters an inclusive workplace culture and is committed to a fair, accessible, and equitable recruitment process. 

We strongly encourage Aboriginal and or Torres Strait Islander people to apply.  We recognise the strengths, knowledge and perspectives First Nations people bring and DEECA is committed to a culturally safe and respectful workplace.  If you need support to participate, please contact aboriginal.employment@deeca.vic.gov.au.

We support flexible working arrangements, including hybrid work, varied hours, part-time work and job sharing.  For more information about our recruitment processes, visit applying for a role with us.