Senior Policy Officer, Renewable Energy

The Senior Policy Officer, Renewable Energy contributes to Victoria's transition to renewable energy and net zero emissions, with a focus on large scale renewable energy generation and energy storage. 

The position is part of a small, high performing team responsible for monitoring and reporting on Victoria's legislated renewable energy and energy storage targets.

The Senior Policy Officer brings strong analytical and problem-solving skills to support the delivery of complex policy and regulatory projects.

Additionally, the Senior Policy Officer will have sound communication skills which support the synthesis of complex technical issues into policy papers, briefs and reports to a wide range of internal and external stakeholders, such as across the Department and to other Victorian government departments.

Specialist/Technical Expertise/Qualifications

• An appropriate Tertiary qualification(s) in public policy, economics, engineering, legal or other relevant area is desired, with experience in government or a relevant energy related field being an advantage.

This is a fixed term position available until 31 October 2028. 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.

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, 30 September 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.