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About Australian Energy Producers Australian Energy Producers is the peak body of the explorers, developers, and producers of essential energy — oil, gas, and lower-emission fuels.
Our organisation represents the businesses that are ensuring energy security and delivering substantial economic benefits to Australia while helping produce cleaner energy.
With a long and proud history of advocating for the oil and gas industry since 1959, we highlight the immense contribution of the sector to the Australian economy and energy security.
Our industry is a critical partner in delivering the new net zero economy and has an important and long-term role in enabling the transformation of the energy system.
Representing more than 95 percent of oil and gas production in Australia, we work collaboratively with industry, the community, and Australia's governments to ensure a positive, sustainable, and competitive operating environment for the industry.
About The Role We are expanding our team and seeking interest from experienced Policy Advisors, ranging from Advisor to Director level expertise to work from our Canberra Office.
Reporting to the General Manager Policy, the Policy Advisor / Director role is responsible for driving the development and management of policy positions that impact Australia's oil and gas industry.
AEP Policy experts actively participate in advocacy related to energy policy, trade, economic issues, and climate change policy matters that affect the effective operation of Australia's oil and gas industry in achieving a net zero economy.
Key Responsibilities Provide expert advice on a range of strategic policy initiatives.Contribute to the development of Australian Energy Producers' policy agenda and lead its implementation.Chair and manage industry working groups.Critically analyse proposals, reports, and submissions related to the industry on the east coast of Australia.Develop and execute advocacy strategies, high-quality policy papers, briefs, and government submissions.Represent Australian Energy Producers in parliamentary briefings and high-level meetings.Maintain strong relationships with members to identify and satisfy their requirements.Engage with non-member industry participants, regulators, and policy makers to identify potential issues and influence outcomes.Ensure compliance with Australian Energy Producers' employee policies and standards.About You To succeed in this role, you will have:
Tertiary qualifications in business, law, public policy, economics, engineering, or a related discipline.Experience in policy issues related to the Australian energy sector, preferably in oil and gas or resources sectors on the east coast of Australia.A proven track record of analysing policy issues and recommending advocacy positions and strategies.Experience in managing and influencing a network of stakeholders including senior industry leaders and government officials.A strong understanding of the State and Federal national business policy environment.Working knowledge of the Australian energy market and economic policy settings related to oil and gas.Excellent written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to prepare complex policy documents.Experience in complex issue management.Strong presentation skills and experience addressing stakeholder groups.We welcome your application in the form of a detailed cover letter highlighting your relevant experience and interest, along with a detailed CV.
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Applications will be reviewed regularly so we encourage you not to delay your application.
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The preferred applicant will be required to complete employment verification checks, including a national police check before progressing to any offer of employment.
Your application will include the following questions:
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