Senior Policy Officer

The Senior Policy Officer works as part of the Regulatory Implementation team to proactively support delivery of appropriate commercial and governance arrangements that faciliate the delivery of Victoria’s first offshore wind auction and the integration of Victorian offshore wind generation projects into the National Electricity Market (NEM) including through schemes such as the proposed Electricity Services Entry Mechanism (ESEM) scheme. 

The Regulatory Implementation team sits within the Regulatory Frameworks and Implementation Branch and is responsible for leading and delivering suitable agreements between Victoria and relevant NEM bodies in accordance with applicable constitutional, legal and governance, and commercial requirements in close coordination with the Regulatory Compliance team and with the Market Integration Branch. 

The team is also responsible for assisting with the delivery of Victoria’s first auction by the Investment and Sector Development Branch including through the Request for Proposal and tender evaluation phase and in drafting and finalising any necessary agreements with proponents and with other offshore wind related infrastructure providers such as transmission and ports.

This role primarily requires legal or commercial analytical and advisory skills combined with strong written and verbal communication skills. Proven experience working as a flexible team member with the ability to undertake project management and stakeholder coordination is also required.

Specialist/Technical Expertise/Qualifications

• An appropriate tertiary qualification in law with previous private or government practice experience is highly desirable. Note: this role does not require the candidate to currently have or to obtain a legal practising certificate.
• Experience and understanding of Victorian and/or national energy markets, major energy infrastructure projects including familiarity with offshore wind and renewable energy trends is highly desirable.
• Qualifications and/or experience in any of public administration, intergovernmental relations, commercial agreements and negotiations, economics are desirable.

This is a fixed term position available until 30 June 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:

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Applications close 11.59pm on Thursday, 12 November 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.