Principal Policy Analyst (MIS23295) Permanent Appointment Join PoweringWA and help drive Western Australia's Renewable Energy Transformation Would you like to work in a genuinely exciting, flexible and friendly work environment, which offers its people a range of benefits, including flexible working hours, working at home, in the field or in the office to help support you and get the best results possible for our community?
Then the Department of Energy, Mines, Industry Regulation and Safety (DEMIRS) is for you!
The PoweringWA Branch is leading WA's energy transformation and coordinating delivery of the critical infrastructure we need for a low-emissions, reliable power supply across the State.
We're fast-tracking renewable energy projects, working in partnership with government, industry, and regional communities to build a sustainable future for WA.
We are expanding our team here at PoweringWA, and we have several Principal Senior Policy Analyst positions available.
We are looking for passionate, results-oriented professionals to join us and make a real impact on the future of energy.
If you're ready to shape Western Australia's energy landscape and play a crucial role in our state's journey to a better energy future, we want you on our team.
The role In this position, you will undertake in-depth analysis of energy policy issues related to the future planning and operation of large-scale energy infrastructure and provides evidence-based advice to the Government.
Your experience in high level policy development, implementation and evaluation will be key to your success in this role.
As the Principal Policy Analyst, you will undertake research and analysis of data and deliver robust evaluation, recommendations and solutions related to policy issues.
Drawing on your highly developed organisation skills, you will plan and manage competing work priorities and meet deadlines with a focus on desired objectives and outcomes.
You will possess sound communication skills and the ability to develop and maintain professional relationships within government, industry, and the broader community.
If you would like an opportunity to be involved in future planning and large-scale projects to make a lasting positive impact on WA's energy future, through your policy analyst skills, this role is for you.
Join us and help shape the future of energy in Western Australia!
Please refer to the Job Description Form (JDF) attached for further information regarding the position, including any specific requirements, capabilities and pre-employment checks which will be assessed as part of the selection process.
While this selection process will initially be used to fill the above vacancy, it may also be used to fill other similar vacancies (permanent, fixed-term, full-time or part-time) within the department for the next 12 months, from the date that the recruitment breach period has been finalised.
To be eligible for appointment, applicants must have a valid working visa (for fixed term appointments) or be an Australian citizen, permanent resident, or have a visa to live and work indefinitely in Australia (for permanent appointments) at the time of application.
Further information Please contact Stephen Eliot, Principal Advisor on (08) 6551 4653 or via ****** or visit our website.
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How to apply A detailed resume outlining your key achievements, work history, education and professional development and covering letter of no more than two (2) pages, addressing the following points: Demonstrated experience in high level policy development, implementation and evaluation.
Highly developed organisational skills to plan and manage competing work priorities and meet deadlines.
Demonstrated ability to develop and maintain professional relationships.
In the attached Applicant Information Pack, we offer further information on how to apply and the range of incentives offered to employees who work with DEMIRS.
If you have any questions about employment conditions or the application process, please contact Supriya Desai, Senior Recruitment Officer on (08) 9222 0993 or email ******.
To submit your application, click on the "Apply for Job" button at the bottom of this page.
You will be asked to complete several questions, before attaching your resume and covering letter.
Supporting diversity and inclusion DEMIRS is committed to building and maintaining an inclusive and supportive workplace.
We welcome all to apply, however, preference may be given to Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, people with disability, youth and people of diverse sexualities.
This helps us ensure our workforce is diverse, effective and forward thinking, and is supported by the Equal Opportunity Act 1984 (WA).
We are proud to be recognised as an Inclusive Employer for 2023-2024 by Diversity Council Australia.
Learn more about our commitment to diversity and inclusion here.
Reasonable adjustments will be provided during our recruitment processes and in the workplace so you can fully participate.
CLOSING DATE: 4.00 pm on Friday , 31 January 2025 (WST) Please ensure you allow yourself sufficient time to lodge your application online; as applications that are in progress or submitted after this time will not be accepted.
It is your responsibility to ensure your application is submitted on time.
We look forward to receiving your application and considering you for this exciting opportunity to join our team.
Attachments - Applicant Information Pack.pdf - Job Description Form.pdf You can view and print these PDF attachments by downloading Adobe Reader.