Work Type: Fixed-term - Full-time
Salary: $116,413 - $140,849
Grade: VPS 5
Occupation: Policy
Location: Melbourne - CBD and Inner Metro suburbs
Reference: 1687
This influential position is part of a collaborative, dynamic and multi-disciplinary team, located in the Office of the Deputy Secretary, Energy. In this role, you will undertake stakeholder consultation, data analysis, monitoring and reporting to support the Deputy Secretary, Energy – and executive team – in delivering departmental and ministerial priorities. The position provides an opportunity for you to use your skills and experience to deliver change and promote partnership in a diverse and fast paced environment.
The position requires an understanding of policy development, detailed knowledge of government processes and a well-developed, systematic and logical approach to problem solving. The successful applicant will be highly organised, a strong communicator with excellent attention to detail.
This role will build trust and support collaboration across the Energy Group and DEECA, through consistent values, actions and communication. The Team Leader Coordination will have strong negotiation, interpersonal and organisation skills and the ability to build and maintain effective strategic relationships with a wide range of internal and external stakeholders.
Within the context of that purpose, a key function of the role is to manage timely delivery and quality advice on cabinet matters, briefings and correspondence for the Deputy Secretary, Energy.
Specialist/Technical Expertise/Qualifications
This is a fixed term position available for a period until 12 February 2027. The work location for this position is 8 Nicholson St, 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 Tuesday, 2nd June 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.
A Diverse, Inclusive and Flexible Workplace
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