Working from home some days each week may be negotiated.Senior Policy OfficerDepartment of Climate Change, Energy, the Environment and Water (DCCEEW)Adelaide SA, Brisbane QLD, Canberra ACT, Darwin NT, Hobart TAS, Melbourne VIC, Perth WA, Sydney NSWWho we areThe National Energy Transformation Division plays an enabling role in the clean energy transition by providing strategic policy advice on the steps needed to transition the electricity and energy sector to net zero emissions by 2050. We partner with the states and territories on the delivery of reforms and provide advice on economic, and energy market trends in the transition to net zero. We work to ensure all consumers and communities benefit equitably from the transition and to support the development of a future energy workforce.The Energy System Reform Branch is driving reform in planning and governance of energy systems, including through ensuring that markets work for consumers and support electrification. We work across Government and closely with states, territories, market bodies and industry to transform our systems to reflect the increasingly integrated approach required for Australia's energy markets to deliver on our climate goals. Our Branch values include being Collaborative, Inclusive and Innovative.The key duties of the position include:Policy analysis:Conduct research and analysis on current energy policies, trends, and best practice.Critically analyse issues and provide insights and recommendations.Project management and coordination:Coordinate and manage priority activities, including Budget processes, ensuring timelines and deliverables are met.Draft policy briefs, Cabinet submissions, reports, and presentations.Summarise and present findings and policy implications.Stakeholder engagement:Facilitate and participate in meetings with stakeholders including other government officials (internal and external), senior executive and ministers' offices.Minimum Requirements:Citizenship - To be eligible for employment with the Department of Climate Change, Energy, the Environment and Water you must be an Australian citizen.Security Clearance - This position requires a Baseline Vetting security clearance. You will be required to obtain and maintain a clearance at this level.Pre-employment Check - Your suitability for employment will be assessed through a pre-employment screening process. This process includes a requirement to undergo and satisfy a National Police Check, referee checks, character clearance and where required a pre-employment medical assessment, specified mandatory qualification(s) validation and a probation period of 6 months.NotesWe currently have several vacancies available for immediate filling in any Australian capital city. A merit pool for filling positions in any location in Australia will also be established at the conclusion of this selection process.RecruitAbility applies to this vacancy. Under the RecruitAbility scheme you will be invited to participate in further assessment activity for the vacancy if you choose to apply under the scheme; declare you have a disability; and meet the minimum requirements for the job. For more information visit: https://www.apsc.gov.au/recruitability
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